Tune My Heart
The more I take the time to listen to the words of hymns, the more I am moved by the depth of their theology. It’s easy to sing along and not pay attention to the words. The tune is familiar … Continued
The Day the Sisters Came to Visit
Yesterday came a knock at the door that I have been waiting for for a long time. A firm but friendly knock rang through the house and it was as if my sixth sense told me…they’re here. I opened the … Continued
Clean Laundry for Lent
Well, here we find ourselves once more. Lent. Even though I’m not Catholic but I find the practice of observing Lent introspective, challenging, rewarding and infuriating. It’s good to step out of the comfort zone, even if it is for … Continued
Celebrate Earth Day By Caring for God’s Creation
(photo source: The Chronicles of Narnia FB fan page) Happy Earth Day! It occurred to me, as a person of faith, that Earth Day should be rally day for all people of faith.
Be Still, My Soul
Be Still, My Soul Katharina von Schlegel (1752) Be still, my soul: for God is on your side; bear patiently the cross of grief or pain. Trust in your God, your savior and your guide, who through all changes faithful … Continued
A Disciples of Christ Minister’s Response to Sandy Hook
I know this is long but it is so worth it. Rev. David Spain of First Christian Church of Norman gave this sermon on January 6 and I knew the minute I heard it that his message needed to go … Continued
Where do we go from here? Trying to make sense of Sandy Hook
You know what’s awesome? Having your 2 year old tell you he needs to potty…while you’re in the shower. All parents of toddlers know that when a potty-training child says pee-pee, you jump. Nothing like leaning over the toilet, helping … Continued
All are welcome at the table
The following is a letter from the Disciples of Christ General Minister and President, Rev. Dr. Sharon E. Watkins. More from her can be found at her blog. June 2012 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, In fielding questions from … Continued
Wind Who Makes All Winds That Blow
Wind who makes all winds that blow gusts that bend the saplings low, gales that heave the sea in waves, stirrings in the mind’s deep caves aim your breath with steady power on your church this day, this hour. Raise, … Continued
A Prayer for Good Friday
A beautiful Good Friday prayer from Maryann McKibben Dana at The Blue Room blog. Maryann is a pastor, blogger and author of the Lenten devotional I have been using this season of Lent.