Today is the national day of Thanksgiving. In October of 1863, in the midst of the Civil War, […]
It is wonderful to receive an anonymous gift. I have been humbled by various generous people who decided […]
Turkey and mashed potatoes resonate strongly with our culture. Cranberry sauce, stuffing and buttery rolls seem to seduce us into […]
Coming to church is different for everyone. You enter the sanctuary of the church of your choosing on […]
I have somehow avoided, for all of my post-18-year-old years, having to serve on a jury. The only […]
When we are quiet, when we give ourselves moments without distraction or entertainment, when we allow silence to […]
The other day, my hands mysteriously swelled up. Not huge, but enough for me to notice. It was […]
They stood there, looking up into the heavens to see where He was going. Up He went to […]
We will always have those who claim the world is about to end, although perhaps not in the […]
“Death is almost certain.” “Death is not always a great evil, Monsieur Champlain.” This exchange at the beginning […]