How to Stifle a Culture of Call

Here’s an obvious thing: those who discern a call to ministry, do so in a variety of ways. The shape that a calling may take is unique to the gifts, life experience, and interests of the particular person discerning it. For as long as most church structures have existed, the primary form that such aContinue reading “How to Stifle a Culture of Call”

Thoughts on Every Best Picture Nominee

This year’s Academy Awards are set to air on March 10th. This was my second time making it a point to watch every Best Picture nominee before the ceremony. I first did so two years ago, but last year’s nominees didn’t interest me enough to try again. This year, however, particularly given all the “Barbenheimer”Continue reading “Thoughts on Every Best Picture Nominee”

Making Lent By Walking

I again had difficulty choosing a Lenten practice this year. This has been happening more often than not lately. Originally, I had the idea to wake up a little earlier each morning to observe a quiet prayer time. True to my intention, I set my alarm for Ash Wednesday morning, ready to get started. WhenContinue reading “Making Lent By Walking”