The angels of the Bible terrify the humans to whom they visit; they startle and scare and even stun the humans. Why? Because in the Bible angels are colossal figures, fiery in light and, more often than not, overwhelming in their power. Angels, then, in the Bible are supernatural beings that humble us in their presence.

We don't ask what the Bible says, we ask what God says to us in that Bible. The difference is a difference between paper and person.

God loves us and seeks our redemption, at times through angels.

God is love so all God does is loving.

The assumption that the gospel can be reduced to a note card is already off on the wrong track.

God's idea of redemption is community-shaped.

... the Eucharist profoundly enables the grace of God to be received with all its glories and blessings.