Celebrating Our Shared Journey

Celebrating Independence Day: A Call to Change the Wind As we celebrate the Fourth of July, our nation’s Independence Day, I am reminded of the words of Jim Wallis, a prominent Christian activist and writer. He once said, “You change society by changing the wind. Change the wind, transform the debate, recast the discussion, alter…

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…

Peace: By starting your day with a moment of reflection and prayer, you’re giving yourself a chance to quiet the noise in your head. That sense of calm can carry over into the rest of your day, making it easier to handle stress and navigate challenges. Purpose: When we connect with something bigger than ourselves,…

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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…

I was honored to serve again as the Spiritual Director for the 2024 Memorial Day Service at Lakeview Cemetery in South Haven, MI on Monday, May 29, 2024. These are the words of the Invocation and Benediction that I offered. Invocation In the Old Testament, the prophet Jeremiah speaks on behalf of God saying, “A…