Three poems for Mental Health Awareness May
Three poems from my mental health chapbook to help mark May, Mental Health Awareness Month
Retreat Reflections-Toward Health and Security (Not What it Sounds)
God as Father. God as Lover. God as River of Love. How do these metaphors inform and challenge how we relate to the Divine in secure and healthy ways?
Invitations for Earth Day
Ten invitations to lean in closer to Earth Day and care for God’s good creation.
Marriage Musings-Thirteen
Thirteen thoughts on marriage from thirteen years into a journey
When It’s Spring and The Guns Won’t Turn to Plowshares
A gathering of ways to respond to gun violence
Celebrating St. Patrick
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day: Courage, Complexity, Creativity and Commission
Women’s History Month Review: Documentary Daughters of Eve
For Women’s History Month, a review of the documentary Daughters of Eve
Holding Out for the Heroes…
Which heroes can we hold onto when so many icons have fallen? What can combat our cynicism with awe and gratitude ?
How Do We Know God Loves Us?
Valentine’s Day Thoughts About Knowing and Showing God’s Love
You Respond: What has Shaped or Is Shaping Your Life?
Reflections from the IMC community on what has shaped us and what will continue to form us
Reflection Questions for the Turning of the Year
Reflection questions before beginning a new year using UP, IN and OUT
Feet Washing and Fragility
Reflecting on the God who not only washed feet but was washed by those he loved.
Advent Resource Round-Up
A round-up of my favorite Advent resources for all ages (since it begins Nov 27!)
Navigating (Truthful) Thanksgiving With Our Kids
Ways to approach a truthful Thanksgiving conversation and celebration with our kids
Prayer Walks and Postures
Thoughts on prayer walks and how to position our bodies and hearts to walk with God in the world.
Help Kids Engage With Worship Service (Church muscles)
Ideas for helping kids (of all ages) become active listeners in church