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Sadly, we live in a world in which violent acts- attempts to harm another- are increasing...

I've not done a blog post for a while. My cat, Molly, was diagnosed with cancer of the jaw in...

Here's a quote from Pope Francis' book, "Life" about the fall of the Berlin wall: "But there are...

In his last message hours before his death, Pope Francis I said the following, "How much contempt...

I consciously used the word "temptation" in the title because I find I am tempted when there is a...

In a workshop offered by Diane Berke this week, she shared this quite about humilty by Exra Taft...

I'm taking a workshop with Diane Berke on "Boundless Love" through my seminary. We talked last...

I watched the state funeral for Jimmy Carter yesterday. So inspiring. I was especially moved by...

United Ministry of Aurora (UMA) is fundraising through a memorial brick project. We have...

I was brushing my teeth this morning and chuckling as I squezzed that very last bit of toothpaste...

Do you remember the New Testament reading from Mark (Mark 10:17-31) where Jesus says, "It is...

Two nights ago, I watched our President falter. He looked beaten down. He gained some strength...

I recently wrote a sermon about Howard Thurman. I knew little about him before I began preparing...

I am reading a book by Marcus Borg for one of my book clubs and therefore reflecting on how he...

I'm taking a course through my seminary on "Circles of Trust." The circles are based on the...

I was reflecting this morning on my inconsistencies. I am committed to protecting our...

I'm giving a sermon this coming Sunday on faith, called, "The Delicate Balance of Faith." One of...

We live in a world of wars. Each day, as I sit on my pillow at my altar, I pray for peace. I...

Much of the US is experiencing winter storms. Trees have been downed; power has been lost. During...

Last night, I was driving home from visiting friends near Saratoga Springs. I got as far as...