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Written by a Connecticut friend, Jeff, in June 2025 at the time of his church’s annual tag sale. Our church’s Ladies Guild is having a tag sale this Saturday. I had the privilege of visiting the churchhall for a few … Continue reading →

The business world has never appealed to me, or “suited” me (pun intended). In my first permanent duty station with Navy Band San Francisco, we would sometimes have a gig downtown. Driving through it one time, a bandmate remarked, “business … Continue reading →

“Where anger festers in the heart, and strikes with cruel hand;where violence stalks the troubled streets, and terror haunts the land:O God of mercy, hear our prayer: bring peace to earth again.” * I found these poignant and timely words … Continue reading →

Cereal used to come with a surprise inside the box.  Cracker Jack snacks had a toy or surprise inside, sometimes even a tattoo to rub on your arm. While enjoying some sesame chicken, I noticed a fortune cookie, of course, I … Continue reading →

You can ask for anything in my name, and I will do it, so that the Son can bring glory to the Father. Yes, ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it!  John 14:13-14  Many people … Continue reading →

My mother, Mary Rose Lumina (Kit) is seldom far from my daily memories and thoughts. May always increase those thoughts. I regret that I missed the opportunity to post this blog for Mother’s Day. However, like most times of appreciation and celebration, it is never … Continue reading →

General Halftrack, the commandant of Fort Swampy in the comic strip Beetle Bailey, is often depicted observing some ridiculous situation and declaring. “Now what?”  That could be the reaction of the disciples of Jesus at various time. Take Peter for … Continue reading →

Absalom was the third son of King David. His story is a fairly long one, which is recounted in chapters 14-18 of 2 Samuel. A major part of the story concerns his attempt to overthrow David as King. He caused … Continue reading →

“Jeus, Still Lead On” is a hymn that many of us “old-time Lutherans” remember. “till our rest be won;…we will follow, calm and fearless…”. The tune setting, Seelenbrautigam, is published in 219 hymnals. “Seelenbrautigam” is a noun translated from German … Continue reading →

“Mothering God, you gave me birth in the bright morning of this world.”  With these words Jean Wiebe Janzen (1933-2024) began her thoughtful poem.  Over the years some have associated her text with “feminism” and expressed discomfort with her imagery. … Continue reading →