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The Interconnectedness of War and Judgement
What I started to write for today was interrupted by the news that the United States had attacked Iran – taking us more deeply into that conflict alongside Israel. My heart broke when I heard the news. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT), who has been an outspoken critic of the current administration, said that following the briefing that the Senate received on the strikes, he concluded that there was “no imminent threat…to the United States” that justified this action and said…
Now Is A Very Acceptable Time
Our scriptural tradition invites us to act on our faith in the present moment - trusting our inkliings and intuition on behalf of justice and peace.
When Dry Bones Come To Life
The Pentecost experience has much to offer us in our current moment as we seek the courage to transform our world.
I Feel The Spirit All Over Me
Any authentic spiritual experience ushers us nto a new reality that has real and tangible impacts on our lives and in the world.
Open Your heart And Pay Attention
The life and witness of Fr. Jim Callan offers us a story of faithfulness to God's call to remain open and active in the world.
The People Who Can Most Be Trusted With Power
Our faith tradition calls us to reject elevating any worldly power or authority beyond what it is - even if it wants us to do this.
When In Doubt…Include
God is ever-calling us to be agents of inclusion. May we take up the challenge to "build longer tables and not higher walls."
Looking For Jesus
The early followers of Jesus often found themselves at odds with political and religious authority. We are called to do likelwise.
A Bold Life In The Spirit
A post-resurrection faith suggests a new boldness and willingness to be led by the Spirit wherever it takes us.
Don’t Be Afraid, I’ll Meet You On The Way
I remember being out in Portland, OR, visiting my brother and his family a few years back. I had gone for a run and came upon an incredibly gorgeous display of roses in a place called Peninsula Park (not too far from their house). It was stunning. So stunning, in fact, that I needed to go back the next day just to try to take it all in. I liken Easter Monday to be pretty similar. The reality of what…
Rise And Heal The Earth’s Despair
On Easter Sunday, we embrace the possibility of new beginnings and new life as we move in the world to carry on God's work.
This God Will Not Be Rushed
On Holy Saturday we sit with all the situations in our lives that bring disorientation and discouragement. And we wait.