History Lessons

History Lessons

To listen to today’s reflection as a podcast, click hereAll swans are white. At least, that’s what Europeans thought for hundreds of years.”As rare as a black swan” became something of a proverb. It meant the odds were exceedingly low you would...
Under Pontius Pilate

Under Pontius Pilate

To listen to today’s reflection as a podcast, click here Throughout the season of Lent, we’re taking a close look at the Apostles’ Creed – one of the earliest and most concise summaries of what followers of Jesus believe. Seventy-three years...
John Howland

John Howland

This year marks the 400th anniversary of one of America’s most famous founding stories.Between September 16 and November 9, 1620, the Mayflower completed a perilous 66-day voyage from Plymouth, England to the shores of Cape Cod.  Along the way the small vessel...
A Tale of Four Cities

A Tale of Four Cities

Modern-day tourists walking in the steps of the apostle Paul can still reach out and touch the spectacular ruins of a trio of ancient cities. In three consecutive chapters – Acts 17-19 – the Bible documents Paul’s missionary experiences in Athens, Corinth, and...
Tomb of the Unknowns

Tomb of the Unknowns

During a week in which TV viewers are reflecting on the life of the late Alex Trebek, here’s a Jeopardy! answer from Episode #4751 (April 11, 2005):Under the category Tomb of Unknowns: “Sentinels at the tomb walk exactly this many steps at a time before they stop and...