Wearing Christ
My final sermon as minister of Kensington Presbyterian Church, from this past Sunday. — Clothing has always been a significant part of human identity. Historically […]
My final sermon as minister of Kensington Presbyterian Church, from this past Sunday. — Clothing has always been a significant part of human identity. Historically […]
“One day, a few days after the liberation, I walked through the country past flowering meadows, for miles and miles, toward the market town near […]
Every once in a while I happen upon a lightning-bolt reminder of something vital. Something that causes you to pause, take stock, and clean and refocus […]
In Advent’s waiting days, the lectionary is full of the prophets and their strong callings to justice and peace. In their words, we hear God’s ancient promises of life and love, and we sit in solidarity with those who long. Because we, too, are longing for the light. This small book of prayers offers a balance between longing and celebration.
Holidays can be really hard. In my experience the worst is probably Christmas. Don’t get me wrong, I love Christmas. Jesus’ birthday, slow-motion snowfall, family […]
Okay, so I didn’t need a paternity leave to realize moms rock. But it certainly is like putting on new glasses after having been told […]
“Bucket lists” are popular these days. Movies and books propose lists of things to do before you “kick the bucket” (hence “bucket list”)—a kind of grocery shopping list for the soul before you walk up to the Grande Amen check-out line.
When I was about old enough to know nothing I remember asking my mom, “What’s mother’s day?” She told me. I replied (as all kids […]