During Lent, it is very common for Christians to reflect on our sins. We know that it is important to be mindful of our sins, and we know that it is important to strive to do better. The Church
Go and Sin No More
Fasting in the Spirit of Lent
Discerning Effective Ways of Nurturing Our Relationships with God If you know me, you probably won’t be surprised to learn that I earned a reputation as a bit of a rulebreaker. I don’t always behave the way some people
Metanoia: A Change of Heart to Heal Hearts that Have Been Broken
Unless we’ve been living under a rock, we all know that Lent is a time when people frequently talk about something called repentance. And if you’re anything like me, you grew up hearing the word repentance and equating it
Do Your Best, Do Your Best, Put Your Fasting to the Test!
Happy Aloha Friday, Ash Wednesday edition! I know it isn’t Friday, and I know Ash Wednesday isn’t exactly a day when we’re supposed to feel overly happy. In fact, our Prayer Book designates Ash Wednesday as one of two
Forty Days of Aloha (And Gratitude!)
As I’ve been writing daily reflections during Lent, I’m hopeful you’ve been able to learn a little bit about me. I have tried to be candid, open, and vulnerable. I feel like I have grown spiritually, and I hope
It’s a Conspiracy!
On July 20, 1969, astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buz Aldrin made history. Along with Command Module Pilot Michael Collins, Armstrong and Aldrin flew on the Apollo 11 space mission to the moon. After a speech by President John F.
Out of the Ashes
Each of us has experienced some kind of trauma at some point in our lives. Events that might have seemed minor to other people in our lives may have impacted us far more severely than others might have thought.
It Don’t Matter if You’re Black or White
As a former sports reporter, I am a sports junkie. I love to watch football and men’s and women’s basketball. I love going to baseball games and I enjoy playing golf. In fact, some of my favorite movies are
Sing, Sing a Song!
When I was a child, one of my favorite television programs was Sesame Street. In fact, to this day, I enjoy the opportunity to watch Sesame Street, so I find excuses to watch when I can. I enjoy the
Imposter!
Sometimes when I’m wearing my clerical clothing I look in the mirror and think negative thoughts about myself. “Who are you to wear that collar?” I ask myself. “What makes you think you can lead worship? Who’s to say