Now that the PNW is trying its hardest to give us more consecutive days without rain, I’ve been walking outside more often than I do in...

This morning I read that the National Institutes of Health were going to cut funding that supports research into women’s health,...

One of the positive things about Social Media is that it’s possible to go back and see what we’ve posted on this date in years past.  For...

I’ve long considered three my lucky number.  I don’t know why exactly, but I don’t have to look far for the best example.  I am the very...

Twelve years ago I began this practice of naming gratitude daily during the Fifty Days of Easter.  I remember the season well; at that...

Every year, during Holy Week, the musical soundtrack of our family life is Andrew Lloyd Weber’s Jesus Christ Superstar.  This has been...

For those who keep time by the Church’s calendar, this week will walk us toward Palm Sunday.  I still vastly prefer, for reasons...

It is not Monday – it is Saturday morning as I write this reflection for you who so generously give of your time to read what is shared...

Today the Church remembers the Annunciation – when Gabriel came to Mary to bring the news that she had been chosen to bear the son of...

Last week I took what basically amounted to a little over 24 hours just for myself.  When I type that out in a sentence, it even looks...

I have a story to share this morning that is still so fresh and new and tender that to share it almost feels too early.  I’ve been...

My heart and spirit are so full this morning after having all of our children and grandchildren together for the weekend.  These are such...

On Wednesday, the Church begins the season of Lent, the 40 days (not including Sundays) that lead us to the Feast of the Resurrection. ...

In the world of coincidences/the body remembers what the mind forgets/the Holy Spirit is onery....my photo memories told me that the...

Today, Sunday, was a significant day in the life of the congregation I serve as Senior Pastor.  By an overwhelming vote, we affirmed that...

Last night, after a very long workday, my Beloved and I sat down to watch the 50th Anniversary special of Saturday Night Live.  On...

Just when I think it can't get any stranger, my phone will ping with breaking news. Last night, that news was that the current...

First, a joyous update:  Our grandson, Finnley Dylan Martin, did indeed make his entrance into the world last Monday.  Weighing in at...

I have all sorts of emotions around this day, and maybe you do as well. I am giving thanks for the life and witness of the Rev. Dr....