A few years ago a friend pointed me to some original music he had done. I was intrigued by the title, Practice Resurrection. In the description of the song he pointed to a Wendell Berry poem as inspiration. Since then I have been tying that song title to … Continue reading
Read MoreThe danger of individualism often exposes itself in struggle. Christian traditions flowing out of the Reformation place such a premium on “preisthood of all believers” the tendency is toward a hyper-individualism. Such a move gives me the privilege of “interpreting for myself,” “deciding for myself,” and “being responsible only … Continue reading
Read MoreOur pattern is to offer a reflection on the Lectionary text for the coming Sunday. Today I offer some brief thougths about our weekend event, The Church As Missioanry. If you are in the area you are invited to come. You will find a schedule on the Snow Hill … Continue reading
Read MoreThere is litle doubt the interest in “global warming” stirred many to reconsider issues of “creation care.” More and more what we seem to be finding out is that we are not as smart as we think. In one more turn in the tale of human hubris it may … Continue reading
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Leonard Pitts Jr on the Shamsia’s Return to School
In Michael Kimmel’s book Guyland he tells of the naming ceremony for his son. He quoted the poet Adrienne Rich,
“If I could have one wish for my sons, it is that they should have the courage of women.”
Leonard Pitts Jr. reflects on Shamsia’s return to school. … Continue reading
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