I’ve had many people write in and say words to effect that they feel lost after Lent. They like their chocolate, wine, or cookies that they gave up for Lent and don’t want to continue to fast, but they want some program that helps them continue their dialogue with God. One suggestion I have found…

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We wrote yesterday about vulnerability and the importance of being willing to expose your own wounds and being sensitive to the wounds of others. Let’s follow up on that thought. I always get anxious on Palm Sunday when the Passion and the congregation hollers “Crucify him.” It seems so wrong, but yet we have no…

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Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here and see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it in my side. Do not doubt but believe. Thomas answered him, “My Lord, my God!” Jesus said to him, Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and…

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I suspect we all have days when we are hit with news that makes us wonder “Can I ever catch a break.” Just as there are times when we are called to confront injustice, serve our fellow man, or bring happiness and joy to all we meet; in the balance and harmony of our life,…

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Patience Is A Virtue.  The above maxim has been heard by my wife, children, and myself so much that when anyone utters the word “Patience” we find ourselves muttering, “is a virtue.”  Having patience is hard enough, but in this world of instantaneous communication and gratification it is downright impossible. I just returned from my…

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