I really should have chosen a light hearted, funny novel to balance the tough, struggles of sorrow that I witness on a daily basis. But, instead I picked up a book recommended by a friend from seminary. I’ve been reading, Proverbs of Ashes: Violence, Redemptive Suffering, and the Search for What Saves Us by Rita [...]
Archive for November, 2008
What I’m Reading These Days…
Posted in books, church, community, sexuality, tagged pastor, Proverbs of Ashes on November 29, 2008 | 4 Comments »
What about you?
Posted in Uncategorized on November 17, 2008 | 11 Comments »
Most of you who know me, know that I enjoy a good conversation. I find that the most difficult part of this blog. Most of the time, it is very one-sided. I love it when people say, “I read your blog!” (of course, who wouldn’t love this??) but, I realize that sometimes I need to [...]
Wrestling in the Wilderness
Posted in music, vacation, vocation, tagged Dark Night of the Soul, Kate Campbell, wilderness on November 16, 2008 | 2 Comments »
It feels as though I am waking up in a “wilderness” point in my life. As Barry and I almost approach the five month mark on this adventure in California, life still seems a little unsettled. My CPE colleagues and I joke that one of my struggles on this journey is for “meaning and direction”. [...]
Not Forgotten
Posted in chaplain, vacation, tagged CPE, family, veteran, Washington DC on November 11, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
In my current job as a CPE Chaplain Resident, I have the wonderful privilege of meeting some of our country’s finest heroes. I have a new appreciation for the men and women who have served and currently serve our country. I hope that each of you will take a few minutes to thank the veterans in your [...]
Sunday, Sunday
Posted in Uncategorized on November 9, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
On Friday, a local pastor called and asked if I was available to preach for him this Sunday. Of course, I was elated and gladly accepted the invitation. Barry was out of town and I could work on my sermon on Saturday. I was actually surprised at my excitement about preaching and meeting another new congregation [...]
Simply a Suggestion…
Posted in Uncategorized on November 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
We have heard the Obama family is looking for a new Presidential dog. We thought we’d make a suggestion. Of course, you can’t have our Jovi, but who could resist a face like this?
Good luck Obamas. We know that you have many more complicated decisions than this one. However, we can testify that a [...]
My vote for Barack Obama
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged abortion, creation, election, foreign policy, healthcare, women's rights on November 4, 2008 | 10 Comments »
My decision to announce that I voted for Barack Obama did not come without reaction. On facebook, friends and family members were curious about why I voted for him. So, I decided that I would dedicate today’s blog to writing about my decision. Feel free to leave responses or questions below in the comment box. [...]
VOTE!
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged Obama, vote on November 3, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
I can remember going to vote with mom & dad to the VFW center in our neighborhood. I was amazed at the levers and machines. I questioned every name on the ballot and with each flip of the switch would ask mom & dad, “why are you voting for THAT PERSON (insert name)?” They would [...]
For All the Saints…
Posted in Uncategorized on November 2, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
November 1st
All Saint’s Day
Barry and I have visited First Congregational Church in Palo Alto a couple of times. Today, the service was focused on giving thanks for those in the faith who have gone before us. We remembered their faithfulness to God in our lives. This service is always a powerful one for me. I [...]
