Weekly Reflections

This past Sunday we began our series on the book of James. This series was a little delayed with my travel schedule, and a guest preacher last week. Therefore, we began in James 2. The section in James 2, named Faith and Deeds, could easily be renamed “Thoughts and Prayers”. Indeed, James challenges us to consider… Read More »

It, for the most part, has been a mild winter. This past week we have enjoyed some beautiful weather. As I walked around my neighborhood yesterday, and viewed the church grounds, I’m starting to see signs of new life shooting up. Trees are starting to a bud a wee bit, and some flowers are considering… Read More »

Friends, This past Sunday we continued in our series on prayer, we centered our conversation around the prayer practice of the Examen, which is a practice that is implemented in particular in the Jesuit tradition. If you’re like me, I mean a human like me, then you have likely experienced moments and seasons where your… Read More »

Take a moment and think of the word self. Self, according to the dictionary, can be defined as a person’s essential being that distinguishes them from others. I love that definition. That definition of self reminds me that all are uniquely made. Additionally, I love the word essential in the definition of self. You are… Read More »

It is hard to find peace in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. It is hard to choose the roads of love and unity, when society often tries to lead us toward division and distrust. Peace, just like love and unity, is often presented to us as an anchor. Indeed, anchors become most relevant when… Read More »

“I’ve been waiting for Your capable hands to come down Ooh, I’ve been praying for Your capable hands To come down and turn this around Your capable hands Could carry the weight of the world” Weight of the World, Jon Foreman The above lyrics, from one of my favorite artists, are really speaking to me… Read More »

In some ways it is hard to believe that we will soon close out this year, 2022. In other ways many of us have gone through some significant moments and changes, and the year been full, and felt like it went too fast. New Year’s is a time of reflection, as well as being a… Read More »

Yesterday (Tuesday) I had the opportunity to share in a presentation at the Eastside rotary club. It was a joy sharing in conversation with Arin, from Old Bethel, and Tyler, from Indy Urban Acres. We presented on food distribution and advocacy, highlighting how food is nurtured and distributed into the community. One of the most… Read More »

We don’t just become thankful people; we need to cultivate a spirit of thankfulness. Popular culture, within the United States, often designates the month of November to celebrate and promote thankfulness. Of course, we know that November is the month of thankfulness because of Thanksgiving. Indeed, throughout November you will see and find reminders of… Read More »

Today is an important day. Let me begin this reflection by encouraging you to vote, if you are able. Additionally, there is a lot of noise, and social media opinions, so try your best to find good information, and be informed about who you are voting for. America is experiencing a time of political and… Read More »