A sacrament is when something holy happens. It is transparent time, time you can see through to something deep inside time. Generally speaking, Protestants have two official sacraments (the Lord’s Supper, Baptism) and Roman Catholics have these two plus five… Continue reading

It’s 1963 again. These words ring so true. They speak to what I’m feeling and seeing. It feels like we’ve gone back in time — to an era when I wasn’t even alive — to a time that I have heard… Continue reading

Once upon a time, I did art. My grandmother taught me to paint watercolors. I would escape with my great aunt to magically beautiful places she once shared with her sister — but now it was she that was teaching… Continue reading

Two weeks ago, a letter went to my congregation and I began the difficult work of saying goodbye. It’s different this time. I suppose it’s different every time. Last time, there were a lot more prayers. It’s not that I’m not… Continue reading

Our church recognizes that most relationships do not last forever. We also acknowledge that many reasons can lead to a separation. Thus, this pastoral call agreement can be terminated by either party giving at least 90 days’ written notice to the… Continue reading

In and around my church, committees and ministries have been meeting to find their agendas include the topic of nominations. It’s that time of year where we are looking to renew our leadership and invite those that have never considered… Continue reading

Years ago, I read about an opportunity to explore narrative leadership in the back of The Christian Century. (Yes, it really is that wonderful of a publication that I mention it in two blog posts in a row.) I signed… Continue reading

On Saturday, I officiated a memorial service for one of the pillars of our church. For the past forty years, this man has demonstrated what it means to follow Jesus Christ within this tribe. He’s carried the mantle for justice… Continue reading