This week I’m concluding a sermon series entitled “Treasure the Gifts.” Over the last several weeks Pastor Laura and I have reflected on some of the gifts and blessings we have received over the last year: acknowledging the importance of every person, including those we often overlook; recognizing our need for community; claiming the […]
As we (at least in the United States) begin to emerge from the challenging season of COVID, Pastor Laura and I are preaching a sermon series entitled, “Treasure the Gifts.” While it’s a time to look forward to the next season of life, it’s also a time to reflect. Each week we are reflecting […]
It’s hard for us to read the story of Mary and Martha without finding fault with Martha. That’s been the traditional Christian interpretation for many years. But we’re not fair toward Martha by finding fault with her – any more than Martha was fair with Mary when she complained about doing all the work. […]
I feel like I’m beginning to emerge from a long tunnel. After 15-months of slogging through the dark, I’m beginning to see glimmers of light. I might even call it “normalcy.” I’ve gone out to eat – twice. I gathered with friends on Memorial Day. We sat around, visited, and laughed. This Sunday Oak […]
Several years ago I came across a question from Mother Teresa. Mother Teresa was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her ministry among the poorest of the poor in Calcutta, India. Mother Teresa asked her question in response to the complaints of one of her fellow sisters. The sister had missed a train and […]