I wonder how long it will be before the first week of Advent stops reminding me of one of the … More

First off – I’m not a heretic. Second – you probably agree with me. I’m fully aware of all the … More

Last night, something unexpected happened.  I gave some folks advice, then I followed it, then things worked out like I … More

I’m going to talk about politics, and I’m going to talk about Jesus. And I don’t care if you agree … More

  I am in a strange place. The church I serve is closing. My denomination is still paying me, but … More

When my brother was 6, he decided he wanted to be an astronaut.  Most 6-yr-olds say this, but he actually … More

I get paid to show up to church so it’s not really a choice for me.  I realize that there … More

I’m preaching about the Apostles Creed right now – what does it say? why does it matter? – that sort … More

These days I’m preaching about what we believe and why that matters.  I guess that should probably always be true, … More

Lent begins tomorrow.  And I think Lent is important. I’m rarely moved by the argument “we’ve always done it this … More