This morning Up early. Coffee made. Down the stairs to let our dog out into our backyard. But instead of going back inside I went outside with her. Cup of coffee in hand. I sat down. Deep breath in the early morning chill. And I watched as … [Read more]
Tomorrow
In many ways I am a creature of habit. Up early. Put the dog out. Start the coffee. Feed the dog. Get the paper. By this time the coffee is ready. Breakfast. Coffee. Toast. Morning news. The only problem is the morning news is so … [Read more]
Don’t Fit In: A Reflection for Confirmation Sunday
I am certain you already know this, but just to make sure. I speak for Kathy as well as myself when I say that when she and I talk with you about what it means to follow Jesus or about how we think about and imagine God, it is more than just words … [Read more]
Caught Not Taught
This Sunday, we will celebrate the Confirmation of seven young men who have been a part of our congregation’s Confirmation program this year. They will stand in our midst. They will share their Statements of Faith, a snapshot at 14 or 15 years old of … [Read more]
Letting Go
I hold his hand As he walks along the stone wall. Arms outstretched. Testing each step before it is taken. I easily hold his hand As we walk along. But for him The stone wall Towers like a mountain. In this moment Far above what he can … [Read more]
A Prayer for Today (and maybe everyday!)
I used to pray that God would feed the hungry, or do this or that, but now I pray that [God] will guide me to do whatever I’m supposed to do, what I can do. I used to pray for answers, but now I’m praying for strength. I used to believe that pray … [Read more]
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