The leaves on the trees are starting to change color but I’m glad that it still feels like the warmth is deciding to stick around a little longer. The pumpkin spice flavored things, which is the edible essence of the fall season, is at its optimal seasonal peak! I’ve even decided to enjoy a few…
If you come to my office, you’ll see a bunch of things hanging on the wall above my computer. One of my favorite things is my calendar which includes quotes from Sister Joan Chittister, a Benedictine nun from Erie, PA and prolific author. I have enjoyed her books over the years and so having a…
Welcome to August, friends! Did you know that the month of August was named for the first Roman Emperor, Augustus Caesar (the one who followed Julius Caesar)? It is a word that means “consecrated, venerable, worshipful.” That has nothing to do with my article for this month, but always find it a fun fact to…
In these reviews, we take a look into so many different styles of music that have mention and praise of God and God’s love and work from different walks of life. What I really love about writing these is that it opens my mind to seeing and hearing God’s love come from so many different…
Happy July everyone! Hopefully this month will be filled with sparklers, cookouts, great weather, and fun for all! As has become my habit, in July I like to take a break from my usual Sunday preaching which follows the lectionary (a set of texts set down for every day of the year) and instead focus…
With the uplifting sound of the birds chirping in the dewey mornings and the smell of the fresh flowers and smokey cookouts in the evenings, it looks like we’re entering into the thick of the summer vibes for 2024! The summer days and nights are always my favorite; making memories that will last a lifetime…