What might it look like to be people of faith outside of the bounds of the instiutional church? I have been pondering this question lately for all kinds of reasons. I have listened to many of you ponder this question, as well. There is a growing body of people who -- for one reason or […]

Often, poets say it best. For example, spend a moment or three with these stunning words penned by the Irish poet John O'Donohue as he explores what it means to be a citizen: For Citizenship In these times when anger is turned into anxiety And someone has stolen The horizons and mountains, Our small emperors […]

Or at least I hope it is. The voting is over; most of the counting is, as well. The forebodingly dark commercials, texts, calls, yard signs, door knocking, fund-raising --- all of it is over. My happiness over the primary election results has almost nothing to do with partisan politics. Instead, it has almost everything […]

Today marks the fourth anniversary of my resignation from a church I loved and served for more than two decades. I resigned because I chose to officiate the wedding of two very dear friends of mine, both women. This choice, made after months of wrestling, placed me at odds with church leadership. Each year on […]

A big, beautiful spider has set up her home outside my kitchen window. I have grown attached to her presence and greet her each morning, watching her work or sleep while I take my first few sips of coffee. For those who hate spiders, I see you. But she is where she belongs (outside) and […]

I came across a bit of writing in a newsletter this morning and was so touched by it, and wanted to share it with you. The premise of the quote feels like a strong bulwark against all the LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE NOW, BECOME A NEW PERSON IN 30 DAYS, LEVEL UP!, MAKE YOUR LIFE […]