"They stuck to their faith. It was the strength of the willow tree. Accepting, accommodating, adjusting, learning, and always …
A Reflection: What Happened?
"I understand that there is evil in the world. I also know about mental illness. I am not naïve or ignorant. But really, what …
Lesson With Teens: What Does “Ministry” Mean?
As teenagers graduate high school and go on to work, college, or both, we can prepare them in their journey of being …
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The Plight of our Children: Lenten Study 2013
The Episcopal Church Office of Black Ministries has issued a free Lenten Study Resource designed to invite all …
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Lenten Reflection: How am I Tempted?
"I am wondering, what tempts me in the very private places of my heart? If I were honest about the ways the devil has a hold of …
Reflection: Why I Still Belong to a Church
I have almost given up on church multiple times. Once, when I was fourteen, my mother was accused of some horrible things by the …
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Epiphany: What Does it Reveal?
"The birth of Jesus is not the end of the story. Our church year has just begun and we continue to tell the story of God’s …
UnPlug the Christmas Machine
Believing in the true spirit of Christmas, I commit myself to... Remember those people who truly need my …
Reflection: Nipping Toward Advent
Bailey nips at me every morning when I scratch him. He is excited about our morning time together, so eager and present. His …
What Would Jesus Eat? Christians and Vegetarianism
I am not a vegetarian, but know many, including family members. Recently I became aware of the Christian …
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What is a Saint? Books for Children and Adults
"In the Bible, the word “saints” refers to holy people — holy, however, not primarily in the moral sense, but in the sense of …
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Reflection: The Rise of the “Nones”
The Pew Forum’s recent report “None’s on the Rise” has caused much commentary about the current state of American society and the …