What does it mean to live "under the condition of James"? This pandemic is reminding us all. Here is a brief devotion on living our lives "as the Lord wishes" when our plans go awry.
COVID-19 and “Sub Conditione Jacobea”
The Five Pillars of My Prayer Life
Here are five basic pillars that keep my life of prayer propped up when the burdens of life threaten to weigh it down.
Bible Nonets: Job through Song of Solomon
As I read through the Bible this year, I am writing a nonet poem for each of its sixty-six books. Here are my nonets for Job through Song of Solomon.
Afternoon Prayer for Personal Devotions
Here is a very simple Afternoon Prayer Service that can be used by those keeping the Divine Office, or by anyone wishing to pause and spend a few moments in prayer in the afternoon.
Pray While You Can
Dom Chapman teaches us to "Pray as you can, not as you can't." I would add to that, based on my recent illness, "Pray while you can."
Bible Nonets: 1 Chronicles through Esther
As I read through the Bible this year, I am writing a nonet poem for each of its sixty-six books. Here are my nonets for 1 Chronicles through Esther.
Our Hidden Lives
Reflecting on what it means to live faithfully "a hidden life."
The Bravest Thing by John Blase
A reflection on "The Bravest Thing" by John Blase.
Bible Nonets: Joshua through 2 Kings
As I read through the Bible this year, I am writing a nonet poem for each of its sixty-six books. Here are my nonets for Joshua through 2 Kings.
Silence and Prayer
A few of my favorite quotes on silence, particularly as it relates to prayer.
My Pastoral Ponderings 