Tag Archives: Non-Essentials

The Great Schism

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To listen to today’s reflection as a podcast, click here Each day this Lent we’re looking at major “turning points” in Christian history – moments or seasons in which the story of God’s people took an important and often unexpected turn.   Shortly after I entered seminary, Mary Sue and I hoped that we might be able to make some friends. … Read more »

A Sacrifice for Someone Else

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To listen to this reflection as a podcast, click here. For most churches, Christmas Eve and Easter Sunday are the two annual high-water marks for attendance.  Mother’s Day often comes in third.  It has become an opportunity to celebrate the crucial role that parents (especially moms) play in raising up the next generation of Christian disciples.  Years ago I remember standing… Read more »