Where Heaven Meets Earth
When I think of Christmas, I often think of car trips. I think of packing up suitcases and sleeping bags. I think of laundry baskets full of Christmas presents for the cousins, … Continue reading Where Heaven Meets Earth
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Peace
“But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you. Peace I leave … Continue reading Peace
How Are You?
Grace and peace to you from God our creator, and from Jesus, who heals. Amen. In 2008 a young Australian woman, Hailey Bartholomew, found that she just wasn’t enjoying life. … Continue reading How Are You?
Reflections on My First 5 Years at Trinity
Five years ago yesterday, I walked in to Trinity Lutheran Church for the first time as its pastor. From one perspective seems like those five years have just flown by. … Continue reading Reflections on My First 5 Years at Trinity
A Dog’s Life
This is our dog’s favorite position. While Kennedy does enjoy walks, car rides and the occasional opportunity to bark at and chase squirrels, deer and rabbits, we will often walk … Continue reading A Dog’s Life
Through Jesus’ Love, We Learn
I’m going to make an assumption here, that most of you have had the opportunity to go to a wedding. I have. Actually, in my line of work, I go … Continue reading Through Jesus’ Love, We Learn
10th Grade Faith Questions Part I
This past Sunday, our 10th graders did a mini-retreat as they prepared for their Affirmation of Baptism (confirmation) that will take place on October 28th. In one of our activities, … Continue reading 10th Grade Faith Questions Part I
It’s 5:00 Somewhere
There was a newspaper story some years back about a man who, when he reached an age when he wanted to retire, decided to sell the asphalt company that he’d … Continue reading It’s 5:00 Somewhere
Mission Jamaica Saturday – Day 1
Trinity’s Mission Jamaica team has safely arrived! It was an early morning departure. We gathered in the church parking lot at 5am, loaded up our personal suitcases, along with our … Continue reading Mission Jamaica Saturday – Day 1
Our Need to Give
Grace and peace to you from God our Creator, and from Jesus, the Son of God who fills our hearts! Amen. Ivan the Great was the tsar of Russia during … Continue reading Our Need to Give
How Long, O Lord? Reflections on Orlando
I’m in my office this morning as I write this, looking out the window and watching the kids who are a part of our VBS program playing games on the church’s … Continue reading How Long, O Lord? Reflections on Orlando
Opposites
Sunday AM: As I look out of my office window this morning, I see snow blowing almost sideways by the wind…the snow is piled up and I know from my … Continue reading Opposites
Test Driving Theology 