Everyday Christianity
If worship is an act of religious devotion in response to God, then the opportunity to worship exists far beyond the walls of our church buildings. The very way we live our lives is worship. How does that inform the choices we make? How do we respond to God’s grace in our daily lives?
Autumn Leaves
Autumn leaves are beginning to fall! As I watch the leaves falling in the coming weeks, I will give thanks for the reminder of the blessings that fall equally gently into my life. Continue reading
Green Tomatoes
Caring for our gardens as the frost arrives can be time consuming, but it`s worth it. It’s worth it because I value knowing where my food comes from and how it’s been grown. It’s worth it because THESE tomatoes are special – they’re proof that I have been witness to, and participant in, God’s creation in action. It’s worth it because I see in my care of these tomato plants the same type of care that God has for me. Continue reading
Perspective
We’re always choosing a way to look at the world around us. Whether exercising our bodies or our spiritual life, we can choose a positive perspective. We can choose to see the world through a different lens, choosing to focus on the blessings. Continue reading
Back To School
As students everywhere begin their return to the classrooms, Christians are invited to renew their role as students of Jesus. Continue reading
An oily blog
It’s undeniable – we live in a petroleum based society. So how do we, as Christians, engage the complex issues in discussion on our oil-extractive economy? Continue reading
Thrown Away
Should we, as Christians, be buying into the disposable society? Is it right for us to keep purchasing things designed to break and be replaced? Continue reading
Off the Beaten Path
Being a Christian means following the road less taken, and that is not a bad thing. Continue reading
Why I love the PWRDF (part 2)
Last week I mentioned the people of the PWRDF; this week I’ll touch a bit on the work and the structure – important realities that support the ministry that goes on with the many people. Continue reading
Why I love the PWRDF
Why do I love the PWRDF? It’s a way for me to take my baptismal vows seriously. It’s a way that the church is responding in love to the world, in a manner that reflects who we are as Christians and what we believe God is calling us to do. Continue reading
“Come away to a deserted place all by yourselves and rest a while.”
This line from yesterday’s gospel has been speaking to me in light of the events of the past week. It’s the invitation that Jesus gives to his followers, recognizing that they are tired from the busyness of their lives and the demands that are being put upon them. Continue reading
