different roads
Thinking about the diverse ways that people meet Jesus and live out the gospel faithfully. From mending nets to collecting taxes to chariots to desert roads to prayer meetings by rivers to
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an adventure
I realized that I am excited. And that I haven’t felt this way in… awhile. God is on the move and invites us to come along. With new musicians and building
Read Morewhat suffering?
One of the joys that I no longer take for granted is the resumed opportunity to reflect together on the scriptures- what I missed, what revelation transpired, how others heard
Read Morecultivating opportunities
What do we have to offer the next generation of leaders? How can we provide a supportive environment for service? Sometimes, a problem presents a possibility. About that time, while
Read Morememorial stones
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, NCF was planning a pilgrimage to the Civil Rights sights of the South, including The National Memorial for Peace and Justice (aka the Lynching Memorial) and
Read MoreEaster people
Worshiping with Sharon Chubbuck and Judson at NCF was a treat. May Sharon’s Easter reflection bless you as well. -Renée Judson and I spent Easter weekend in Illinois. We visited both
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As we journey through Holy Week together, poetry expresses the intensity of emotions and articulates the confusion of triumphant parades paired with shocking betrayal. May Vern Fein’s poem below speak to
Read MorePassover Seder, Palms, and the Third Word
Two weeks ago, Rabbi Alan Cook wrote to members of the Interfaith Alliance: Dear Friends, Passover will be here in about a month. Ramadan, Ostara, and Easter are also on
Read Morelook up
I’ve been reading a bit about the science of awe, the effect of shocking beauty beyond ourselves, how it orients us to our place in the universe. Judson Chubbuck reflects
Read Morewhen to harvest
In the spring of 2020, I planted an asparagus bed. That was a questionable move. My soil is wrong, and I only kinda-sorta followed the meticulous instructions for preparing the
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