For some reason, Christ's mother Mary came through strong on the down-swing of this Mother's Day for me. It is a challenge to consider Mary's role in our personal and congregational lives, but it's a challenge I think we need to try to do nevertheless. So here are some of my thoughts...

I never saw a blacksmith at work before, that is, until this weekend! And it was interesting how much that observing moment reminded me of the spiritual quest. So here's a few words of wisdom about what it might mean to be melted, hammered, and shaped into something more durable than anything we've ever imagined for ourselves...

Ever wonder what it would be like to add a little superheroism to your faith? Well, I'm not sure what that looks like either, but Jesus' words in John's Gospel comes about as close to that as I can see. Check out these thoughts before you put on your alter-ego tights...

If grace is true and everyone receives this free gift of forgiveness and love, doesn't it follow that God will reach out and save everyone? If God is truly just and loving and compassionate, doesn't it follow that there can be no room for hell in our theology? Come and explore what it means to live a life of faith based on our understanding of a loving God.

Have you ever wanted to explore or know more about different Christian forms of prayer? I sure do! I have begun to learn of an art called Centering Prayer. This prayer has ancient roots and is enjoying a rennaisance of sorts through religious orders and some churches. Here's what I have learned so far...

Ever get tired of religion's tendency to absolutize things? Well, this is what I know...

What are the essentials of your Faith??

Do you feel called to your current work? Here's one understanding of what that could mean...