Monthly Archives: May 2018

This Saturday marks the 55th anniversary of my confirmation. There won’t be a confirmation reunion because the church where I grew up closed nearly 20 years ago. How did a 500 member church dwindle away? I saw it happen with … Continue reading →

Have you ever heard Pastor Art when he is serving communion? “This is the body of Christ, given for you.” Now, when he is serving a non-communing youngster, his words change to, “Jesus loves you…AND, He always will.” Hmm? Isn’t … Continue reading →

Goodness he/she sure did provoke me! Ok, let’s be honest, I’m mad! Now the Proverbial, “Well, we are all human.”  Yes, we are and our emotions, though we want them to remain tranquil and just and kind, don’t always feel … Continue reading →

This morning we wake to Memorial Day, the federal holiday on which we as Americans remember all those who have died while serving in our country’s armed forces. Our observance goes back 150 years to 1868, when the nation decorated … Continue reading →

As a toddler and then a young child, many of us thought our fathers knew everything and could do anything. We might even boast to our friends that our dad was better than theirs! Then year by year that childlike … Continue reading →

As I began my morning walk, the air was fresh. The sun was just lighting the rooftops and melting the dew from the grass. My sneakers seemed to be patting a gentle rhythm. I listened . . . “For the … Continue reading →

This is a solemn holiday weekend. A sharp contrast between the beginning of a fun-filled season of sun, food and enjoyment and the remembrance of those brave men and women who gave their lives in defense of our country; often … Continue reading →

The story of Jesus has been a popular topic for films. Although the movie I best remember is the star-studded The Greatest Story Ever Told, it was the 1961 King of Kings that grabbed me. I don’t remember any details … Continue reading →

It was about 2:00 in the morning on a cold January 1971 night in Greeley, Colorado, when we heard a loud rapping on the door to our small apartment. As I went to the door I remembered the saying, “Nothing … Continue reading →

Originally posted on February 20, 2017 On rare occasions – stolen moments, if you will – I reflect on life. I reflect on us human creatures, who are wonderfully made in the image of God. I reflect on all the … Continue reading →