The way a crowShook down on meThe dust of snowFrom a Hemlock treeHas given my heartA change of mood,And saved some partOf a day I had rued.—Robert Frost Poet John Ciardi once wrote that we shouldn’t ask “What does a poem mean?” but “How does a poem mean?” The concern is not to arrive at … read
A few months ago, I started seeing references to something called “the nap ministry.” I made assumptions about what it was – an encouragement for folks to take naps. What I wonderful thing, I thought, as someone who is a big believer in naps. But as often happens with our beliefs, be they in naps … read
I am so happy to be a part of this service for my brother Chris. Over the past few years, I have had the absolute joy of watching God work through this amazing man of God. I have witnessed God’s hand on his life, his ministry, and his awesome family. Today is an honor indeed. … read
When Benjamin Franklin emerged from Independence Hall, he was recognized by a woman who asked him, “What kind of government are you giving us?” “A republic, Madam, if you can keep it.” A republic is a state in which supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives, and which has an elected … read
Years ago, a dear friend gave me a copy of the book Quo Vadis by Henryk Sienkiewicz. If you don’t know the book or haven’t seen the movie, it’s a story set in Emperor Nero’s Rome, a sweeping tale of romance and morality and, yes, faith. The phrase “quo vadis” is Latin, and it means, … read
Simeon: I have been waiting a long time to be able to tell you my story. But I am so glad I’m here now. My name is Simeon. I share a name with Simeon from our Bible story. But I am obviously not from Biblican times, I am just a guy named Simeon from 2020 … read