Articles

I hope you’ll take some time to read one or two articles I’ve written. Links to them are listed below.

Living in Faith

Growing in Adversity – A photo essay on the ability of life — human and otherwise — to grow in in the midst of adversity.

Caring without Numbing – Did Jesus ever experience compassion fatigue?

Do Not Be Afraid – What does it mean to be a follower of Christ during frightening times?

God Weeps – Responding to the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.

Grandpa Remembered – Remembering Grandpa’s legacy of generosity, kindness, and compassion.

Hope and Quesadillas: An Experience of Irrational Compassion – A walk to lunch brings me face-to-face with a ministry opportunity.

Remembering Our Saints – Reflecting of a year of loss at my local church.

Seasons

Fasting from Email – A colleague gives up email for Lent and helps me consider what the Lenten practices of “giving up” or “taking on” are all about.

The Ashes – The confirmation class and I prepare the ashes for Ash Wednesday.

Top 10 Reasons to Celebrate Advent – All the reasons you need to observe Advent.

Working at The Upper Room

All Creation Is Liturgy and Song – Reflecting on the event launching the Upper Room Worshipbook.

The Gift of SOULfeast: A Staff Perspective – A photo essay after participating in The Upper Room event, SOULfeast 2008.