There's nothing as beautiful as a baptism. But there's nothing so beautiful that humans can't turn it into a problem.

Here's Christianity 101: Point A of the Way of Jesus. Bang, bang, bang on the door, baby!

Praise is not about stroking God's ego; God isn't like a needy boss. Praise is joining in the great song of love

Advent isn't entirely about comfort and joy; it's also about preparing ourselves to "take the adventure that comes," as C.S. Lewis put

The world is not about to come to an end ... but sometimes, we could use a good apocalyptic kick in the

Sometimes, a crumb of white bread and a sip of juice seems like a poor representation of the flavorful abundance of Jesus.

Our service included a time for decorating the sanctuary and a time for sharing memories of family decorations. The sermon was, therefore,

My opening reflection for Christ the King Sunday. It's about Jesus, but (spoiler alert!) it isn't about Christ the King.

Feeling out-of-control anxiety, along with powerless rage against injustice? Then you're getting in touch with your inner apocalypticist.