Pondering Ash Wednesday during a Pandemic
This week Christians celebrate Ash Wednesday. A few years ago, I pondered ashes on this blog (and I encourage you to read what I wrote then). This year, the fallout from COVID-19 pulls me in somewhat different directions, but the ashes remain central. Ash Wednesday is...
Being Good Neighbors in 2021
Lately, I’ve been pondering how we connect meaningfully with each other during an isolating pandemic. Yes, we think we see the end in sight, but it’s still a labyrinthine journey. It will be months before many of us get the vaccine, and unfortunately there are too...
2020 in the Rearview Mirror
The year 2020 is almost over. I can imagine everyone around the world heaving a deep sigh of relief. It’s been a tumultuous year on so many levels. As it draws to a close, I’m reflecting on my own life in this year and drawing out a few themes that have been woven...
Jesus, Challenging Messages, and Closing Out 2020
There’s no question that 2020 has been a tough year. Many great images have encapsulated it, including one I shared around Halloween, humorous new hymns for the seasons, and an image I saw recently on social media (and now have lost—2020?!), of a decorated Christmas...
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