A Prayer from a Garden

based on John 20:1-18 Faithful God, it is a day to proclaim to one another that the tomb is empty, that Christ has been raised, and that life has the final word over death. We hear these words and even speak them ourselves, and yet we still may feel the need to run to theContinue reading “A Prayer from a Garden”

A Prayer from the Upside Down

based on Matthew 5:1-12 Faithful God, we think that we know what it means to be blessed. We regularly count our blessings: home, family, comfort, security, peace. We remember those elements in our lives that bring us joy and safety, and at times make it a point to give you thanks, as you are theContinue reading “A Prayer from the Upside Down”

A Holiday Gift-Giving Guide to My Books

Now that, commercially speaking, the holiday season is revving up, you may be seeking gift ideas for your loved ones. If any of them are readers, I may be able to help you. So I am providing this quick-hit guide for the book-lovers in your life. For those interested in spirituality: For clergy and dedicatedContinue reading “A Holiday Gift-Giving Guide to My Books”