Weakened Democracy Makes for Weakened Churches
We are one year out from the insurrection at the US Capitol building in which riotous crowds did great damage to the building, threatened US Congresspeople—both Democratic and Republican—beat Capitol police, and tried to stop the counting of electoral votes. Moderates...
Looking Back in Order to Move Forward
It’s that time of year again. It’s time to look back and reflect on the year past in order to move forward into the new year. In these last few days of the year, I want to encourage you to finish strong. I recommend that you hit the pause button to...
Christian Traditions and a Young Jewish Boy
As our awareness of different cultures and traditions grows, it’s good to remember that woven right within our Christian traditions are older, more diverse practices. Jesus, for example, is Jewish. Some of the traditions and practices that Jesus experienced as a...
My New Year’s Resolutions 2022
As I look toward 2022, I have mixed feelings of excitement and trepidation. Will the pandemic finally be over, life returning to a semblance of normal? Will we, as a nation and as individuals, take on the big issues of gun violence, homophobia, and racism, and start treating one another more as a beloved community? Casting uncertainty aside and focusing on the positive, I sat down to make my New Year’s Resolutions for 2022.
Renew Your Advent Through Time-Honored Prayer
The season of Advent is one of hope, as we, not only wait for the coming of the Christ child but wait for Jesus’ second coming…. If I’m being honest, I’m tired of waiting.
