Embracing Faith: A Journey of Hope and Accessibility in Progressive Christianity

“I have learned things in the dark that I could never have learned in the light things that have saved my life over and over again so that there is really only one logical conclusion. I need darkness as much as I need light.” Barbara Brown Taylor – Learning to Walk in the Dark Darkness….

Imagine a concert: the energy is electric, the music loud, the crowd packed tight. You’re not in front—you’re surrounded, straining to see the stage. But then, you notice the joy around you—the singing, the shared rhythm. It’s no longer about the stage; it’s about belonging to something bigger. Now, picture everyone the same height—no one…

The teenage years are often filled with turmoil and self-discovery, and my experience was no different. Along with the usual challenges of adolescence, I grappled with depression and anxiety. Living between two households, each with its own set of rules and dynamics, added to the complexity. During this time, I often felt like I was…

In the midst of life’s turbulence, the church became my anchor. Growing up with divorced parents meant living in two different households, each with its own set of rules and routines. Amidst this duality, church provided a consistent and stable environment. A Constant in the Chaos When everything else in my life seemed to change,…

From an early age, I faced significant medical challenges. Born three months early, I developed Retinopathy of Prematurity, which left me without sight in my right eye. Technology and medical practices were not what they are today, and my parents had to navigate a world of uncertainty and difficult choices. Navigating Early Challenges As a…