My mother married my late stepfather when I was fourteen. He was a little gruff, a bit of a know-it-all, some would say abrasive, and many would say quite difficult to deal with. I am one of the many. But I would also say my stepfather was principled, he had...
Are you tired OF the work, or are you tired IN the work? This is a helpful question when we’re feeling exhausted by work (paid or unpaid). It can help us discern whether we’re burned out, ready for a change, or just in dire need of quality rest. A few days...
The Rev. Greg Morgan offers one in a series of articles on contemporary trends in America for people of faith. “Here Am I. Send me.” (Isaiah 6:8) The story of a vocational deacon with a broad commitment to discipleship who brought together a small group of...
When puppies happen… Dear Friends, Last week, I conducted a training session. It was part of a busy and stressful day and one of the participants brought along her doggie, along with a bag carrying one-month old puppies, four of them! There was some mild...
This week a clergy colleague gave me a helpful hint related to spirituality and cyber security. She said you’re supposed to change your passwords at least once a year. So, she combines that recommendation with selecting a "word of the year" each January....