Monthly Archives: March 2023

Ramadan Mubarak, my neighbors,so near to my home,and in many placesall around the worldwhere sunset comes at different times. May there be deep sanctity in the fasting,followed by sweet eveningsof community and kindness. May there be holy memories,a reminder for … Continue reading →

God, for the beauty of spring in Wyomingwe give you thanks –the shining mountains,the migration of animals from valley to mountain,the sage grouse strut, waking bears,new-born moose and deer, bison, elk,friends dear to me,shaking out their Easter hats,green of new … Continue reading →

Blessed is the parole officer,for I shall not be wanted.Blessed is the field-work supervisorwho trains the green pastors,and the AA sponsorwho leads past distilled waters. Blessed is the therapist who restores my soul,the guidance counselors and case workerswho direct along … Continue reading →

God, you stand at the crossroads of Tbilisi –in the midst of unrest, grant peace.When the danger is to human rights, grant justice.In the balance between the border with Russiaand connection to the European Union, grant wisdom. For those who … Continue reading →

not Good, that strangecompletely unbiblical,not to speak of theologically incorrect,adjectivefor the Friday. I will not say or write or praythat torture and killing are “good,” though Jesus anticipated it,God worked with it,and the Spirit wasn’t nicknamed“Comforter” for nothing. Calling someone … Continue reading →

Confession      I am embarrassed by seeking you,and I am still confusedby the language of “born again” I am terrified of vulnerability,                       and suspicious of anything windy,agenda-less, and out of my control,like the Holy Spirit. I am not sure you really … Continue reading →