As part of my ongoing series of "Poems, Prayers, Psalms, and Promises," here is a hymn written by Martin Luther which is a wonderful poem to reflect on for Ash Wednesday.
Out of the Depths I Cry to You by Martin Luther
Nonet for Ash Wednesday
Nonet for Ash Wednesday
For Lent, 1966 by Madeleine L’Engle
Sharing a poem by Madeleine L'Engle, "For Lent, 1966"
Why Ashes? The Meaning of Ash Wednesday
The Season of Lent begins with the imposition of ashes on Ash Wednesday. But why? Why ashes? Here is my reflection on that question.
Transfigured Glory
A sonnet inspired by the Transfiguration of Our Lord
What Does It Mean to Pray “Thy Kingdom Come”?
Jesus teaches us to pray, "Thy kingdom come." Here is a reflection on what this means for us.
An Amazing Inner Sanctuary
A reflection on the "amazing inner sanctuary of the soul" that Thomas Kelly writes of in his classic, "Testament of Devotion."
Favorite Quotes – H. John Chapman
Pray as you can, and do not try to pray as you can't. - H. John Chapman
What Does It Mean to Hallow God’s Name?
Jesus teaches us in the Lord's Prayer to hallow God's name. Here is a reflection on what that means for us as his followers.
Groundhog Day’s Christian Connection
If Candlemas be fair and bright, Winter has another flight.If Candlemas brings clouds and rain, Winter will not come again. Yes, Groundhog Day really does have a Christian connection! Today, February 2, is not only Groundhog Day, but also the 40th day after Christmas, which is the day that Mary and Joseph presented Jesus at…
My Pastoral Ponderings 