Here I ponder the important habit of worship, a vital way to "remember the sabbath day and keep it holy." This pandemic is making it more difficult than ever to hold onto this faith-nurturing and life-giving habit.
The Habit of Worship
Poetry, Prayer, and the Conversation So Dearly Needed
Poetry and prayer are both ways to engage in a conversation that brings us below the surface political sides of our day, and is needed now more than ever.
Can Politics Save Us?
Here is a little piece that I wrote to remind me, in the midst of our country's election season, that politics is not what will save us.
Our Congregation’s Plan for In-Person Worship
For those who are curious, here are my congregation's plans for returning to in-person worship.
The Healing Gift of God’s Creation
Here is a little reminder to you and me of the simple healing gift of God's creation.
Caring for Our Relationships in Stressful Times
Here are a couple of thoughts on ways to care for our most important relationships in these stressful times.
Letters and Papers from Prison – Part 2
Dietrich Bonhoeffer's profoundly-moving letters from prison offer us a message of hope as we live through this pandemic. Here is the second of a four-part series on his "Letters and Papers from Prison."
Think about These Things (Not Those Things)
What we think about matters to God, and it should matter to us. Here is a brief reflection on the importance of watching our thoughts and guarding our hearts.
How Writing Poetry Has Deepened My Spiritual Life
Here is a reflection on how writing poetry has nourished my faith in these challenging times, and deepened my encounters with scripture.
Running Faith’s Race
As a runner, I try to remember that every step I take is a gift from God, and an opportunity to run faith's race.
My Pastoral Ponderings 