Immortal, invisible God, how do you do it? How do you put up with people claiming that they can’t see you? That you’re not real? That you can’t be hurt? Certainly I don’t have your long view or capacity to forgive, but I know what it’s like to be invisible, to be told that I… Read More
Friday prayer: make us faithful stewards
God who extravagantly blesses, you give us much and ask us to be purposeful in how we use it. It’s that time of year when many churches think more intentionally about how to allocate their funds and invite members into the spiritual discipline of giving. There’s extra anxiety around money talk this year, since the… Read More
The pastor is political: choose your own adventure
More often than not, I’ve woken up lately feeling like an elephant was curled up on my chest. Here in the United States we find ourselves in the midst of a pandemic that remains relatively unchecked because our leaders lack the political will to make hard choices. Of systemic racism that manifests in new ways… Read More
Friday prayer: companions for the journey
God who does not want us to be alone, my spouse and I celebrate seventeen years of marriage this week. It isn’t always easy, but I’m grateful to have a true partner for the journey. It is in this spirit that I thank you for all people who are good companions: significant others, relatives by… Read More
Friday prayer: communing together
God in all times and places, this weekend is the annual observance of World Communion Sunday. This occasion seems particularly poignant this year. Some clergy and congregations aren’t authorized to celebrate the Lord’s Supper virtually. Many of those that are will do so from separate spaces, given the dangers of the pandemic. And yet, the… Read More
