measuring others by ourselves
Something we learn as we grow up, or should learn, is that it is not helpful to judge people by measuring them against ourselves. It isn't wise to use ourselves as a gauge for the lives of others. That's immature and small-minded. Of course, in some ways we simply...
practicing the presence
If you've never read Anne Lamott, I recommend it. She's a delightful read. One foot in the church and the other in the literary world. I have this quote from her latest book, "Help, Thanks, Wow: The Three Essential Prayers": "If I were going to begin practicing the...
one of our members is grieving
Hi everyone! Last night the son of one of our members, @Wayne, passed away. Mark had been sick almost his entire life, and he died last night. Wayne has shared his story with us. This is what Wayne posted on Facebook last night: “At 7:09pm, as the sun set, and in the...
Potluck Hangout: “How I Became a Liberal Heathen”
Yesterday we had a great Hangout with one of our members, @john, called "How I Became a Liberal Heathen". I'm loving these Hangouts because that's literally what they are... Hangouts. It's great to hear each other's stories. Ya? Thanks so much for your honesty,...
painting: bird versus wind download
Just a reminder to join us at the Hangout today at 2pm EST with @john. GO HERE TO SIGN UP. Here's a painting I did called "Bird Vs. Wind". Click on the image to download a high-quality, print-ready copy of the image. You can print it or save it to your computer or...
inspirational reading
My preferred kind of reading is material that is way over my head. It makes me think and fires up my imagination. But every once in a while I read something that is just downright inspirational. Because… well… you know… every once in a while I need an encouraging kick...
holding the space
Good morning my friends! I really like what @Amy said on her blog post today: "If you have been spiritually abused and need a safe place to find hope and healing, I urge you to check out (The Lasting Supper)" Thanks Amy! It reminded me of something I read today by...
managed minds and muzzled mouths
The theological debates that are going on are fascinating. I watch them from afar with interest. But once in a while, when I feel something ridiculous has been said that needs to be challenged, I'll throw my two cents in. Yesterday there was a debate started...
systemic evil and its accomplices
My favorite philosopher of late, Slavoj Zizek, writes in his delightful new book, "The Year of Dreaming Dangerously": "The problem is not individual corruption or greed, but the system that encourages you to be corrupt." Systemic evil. Some people make the mistake of...
