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January 1, 2024 —
My last post dwelt on the dangers of extremists, not only in Israel and Palestine, but also here at home in these United States. Those dangers are real, as are plenty of others. Nevertheless, are there also reasons for being (cautiously) optimistic as we enter upon 2024? Perhaps sensing a bleak mood among their readers,... Read More
December 30, 2023 —
Readers may have noticed that after devoting several blogs to the Israel — Hamas War in the wake of October 7, I haven’t written more on that topic. It is not for a lack of concern. It is that I am mindful just how easy it is to offer opinions from a safe distance. I... Read More
December 28, 2023 —
It’s that time of the year, isn’t it, for resolutions? Like others, I’ve put on a few (more than a few) unwanted pounds while enjoying the holidays. And I have a few other habits that verge in the direction of addictive and need attention. Not to mention the logjams that happen in relationships, and justice... Read More
December 26, 2023 —
We were among those taking in the the movie, “Boys in the Boat,” on a rainy Christmas Day as it premiered in Seattle. The theater was packed, which is unusual but not surprising, given that the film is about the 1936 University of Washington Huskies crew team that won the gold medal in the Olympics... Read More
December 22, 2023 —
As happens every seven years, the Fourth Sunday of Advent falls this year on Christmas Eve, which makes for a busy day for clergy, choirs, musicians and all the folks who support the life of worship in a congregation, from the janitors, to the people who print and fold the bulletins, and those who set... Read More
December 20, 2023 —
There’s a thought-provoking piece at Vox by journalist Rachel Cohen on “How Millennials Learned to Dread Motherhood.” Cohen does justice to the complexities and uncertainties most people feel about having kids these days, and to the challenges mothers in particular feel “to do it all.” But she also helps us step back from the narratives... Read More
December 18, 2023 —
“All we want is for you to be happy.” It’s a line that parents often say to their kids. Is it a helpful sentiment? I suppose it depends a good deal on the context and the relationship. I can imagine it could be expressed in a kind and loving way. But I can also imagine... Read More
December 18, 2023 —
Here’s my meditation for Advent III, from yesterday’s Advent Vespers. I forgot to hit the “record” button. Sorry. Our next and final Advent Vespers will be next Sunday. As it happens, Advent IV falls on Christmas Eve. I know it’s a busy time, but I hope to see some of you at 4:00 p.m. on... Read More
December 15, 2023 —
We’re still six days from the longest night. But of course the good news is that after the winter solstice on December 21, the days begin the long lengthening that goes on until June 21. This evening’s sunset has the sky full of reds, a promising sign for the weekend. But the dark ain’t so bad.... Read More
December 11, 2023 —
Here’s my meditation/ sermon from our December 10 Advent Vespers, titled “The Comfort of the Gospel.” First there’s a link to the recording of the vespers, then the written text. https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/AXkDdP7ezcOqEp8yLsqaHIzUSqKZyCfIBR6naUoDkpOPq3skr5-w5Tayuyo2ywBW.8AgVw68Qedr7RpoG The Comfort of the Gospel Isaiah 40: 1 – 11, Mark 1: 1 -8 December 10, 2023 When I first read the Old Testament... Read More
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