A Postcard from the 4th Sunday in Lent 03/27/22 At Sunday brunch, I got to welcome this 11-week old puppy named Blitz! What did you do on Laetare Sunday? Did you detect a hint of celebration in our readings this past Sunday? The Fourth Sunday in Lent is also known as Laetare Sunday and isContinue reading "A place for joy in Lent"

A Postcard from the 3rd Sunday in Lent 03/20/22 I wonder what has been the heart of your Lent. I have been in online training this week. At the beginning of each session, we begin with something like “I wonder what has been the heart of your…” You can fill in the blank with almostContinue reading "The first step is the hardest"

A Postcard from the 2nd Sunday in Lent 03/13/22 How do we follow faithfully? Two weeks ago I made my way to Camp McDowell to serve as a spiritual director for Vocare 22. This is a weekend retreat for young adults centered on exploring their vocation (God’s call). We talk about school, work, relationships, love,Continue reading "We must be on our way"

A postcard from Ash Wednesday 03/02/22 What are you doing for Lent? I was thankful to be back at the Church of the Messiah for Ash Wednesday services. Lent is a busy season for many folks. As spring arrives, we emerge from our winter slumber. We add to the busyness by Lenten practices and disciplines.Continue reading "Finding deep water"

A postcard from the Last Sunday after the Epiphany 02/27/22 It is good to be back. I am so thankful for the folks that helped get me back to church. Baptizing three people was a wonderful way to close out the season after the Epiphany. Baptisms reveal our identity in Christ as beloved children ofContinue reading "On the road again!"