Releasing Old Understandings of Christianity
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been pondering how we might need to let go of outdated understandings of ourselves, our nation, and our culture. A full exploration of each of those topics could fill a book—or a library! Today, I tackle another major institution with an...
The Monastic Vow of Stability
As I mentioned last week, I recently returned from some retreat time in Colorado. As I hiked among spruce and bristlecone pines, I found myself reflecting on their stationary status. I’d traveled far to spend time in their midst, but they had to stay put. In fact,...
On Finding Common Ground
I had a conversation recently on the need for and importance of finding common ground. Here in the US, I’m aware of how we increasingly self-select into tribal groups of people who hold comparable perspectives on current issues, share similar values, and discuss...
What’s Your Message?
The season of Lent has begun in the Christian church calendar. It’s also the season of Ramadan for our Muslim siblings. During this time, people in both faiths commit to religious acts that help them draw closer to God and strengthen that relationship. This Lent, I’m...
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