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

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…

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…

A Note: This is cross posted from my church’s website. Juneteenth. It might be a new federal holiday, but for many Black folks, it’s been a day of celebration for generations. A day that marks the end of slavery in America, a day of rejoicing and resilience. But for me, as a person of faith,…