Sixth Sunday of Easter and Mother's Day 2026 - Rev. William H. Lamar IV

This week Rev. William H. Lamar IV explores the significance of the priestly benediction in navigating the wilderness of contemporary America, emphasizing divine blessing, protection, and peace as essential for facing societal challenges.

This week's scripture - Numbers 6:22-27:
22 The Lord spoke to Moses, saying, 23 “Speak to Aaron and his sons, saying: Thus you shall bless the Israelites: You shall say to them:24 The Lord bless you and keep you;
25 the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you;
26 the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.
27 “So they shall put my name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.”

Key Topics

The significance of the priestly benedictionThe metaphor of wilderness in contemporary AmericaDivine blessing, protection, and peaceThe role of faith and spirituality in social justice

Chapters
00:00 The Power of Trust and Truth
01:35 Facing the Wilderness: A Call for Benediction
13:28 God's Blessing in the Wilderness
27:25 The Name of God: Our Strength and Identity