A Prayer from a Roadside Ditch

based on Luke 10:25-37 Faithful God, we approach this time of prayer seeking help from you, from others, from the people and sources we most trust and with which we’re most familiar. We seek help with physical ailments, with unanswered questions, with fears about the future, with emotional strength, with spiritual desolation. We seek yourContinue reading “A Prayer from a Roadside Ditch”

A Prayer in a Perfumed House

based on John 12:1-8 Faithful God, there are many ways to show our love and faithfulness. Some times call for acts of devotion, others acts of service, others a simple act of being present. We always have those in need with us, and you in turn are with them, calling us to discernment and action.Continue reading “A Prayer in a Perfumed House”

Christmas Week: Home

Previously: Benches, Pageant, Logbook When I was a pastor, most of the month of December for me was about making sure that everyone else had a special and meaningful experience. I didn’t have to approach it primarily with that mindset, but that’s what I ended up doing. I tended to view the services, the music,Continue reading “Christmas Week: Home”