The Grace of Lent
As we begin this very special time in the Church Year, the season of Lent, a particular image stays with me. It is the image of children with the smudge of ash in the shape of a cross on their...
View ArticleSigns of the Eternal
I am drawn to the ancient ruins of churches, monasteries, holy places. I give thanks for those who find value in them and maintain them. A number of years ago, I found the deep joy of sitting in the...
View ArticleStreet Prayers (with or without Ash)
Lent has begun again. It seems that I am always drawn to write during Lent. It is the reflective nature of the season, I think. Last Wednesday, while participating in “Ashes to Go” on a busy...
View ArticleThe Way of the Cross and PTSD
Each year our ecumenical group of congregations leads a “Way of the Cross Walk” through our neighborhood. We are Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Presbyterian, Episcopal, Mennonite and others...
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