Ending an Appointment Well

Lately, the idea of “ending well” has been on my mind. I am in the stages of ending one pastoral … Continue reading Ending an Appointment Well

Christian Leadership, Christianity, Culture, Encouragement, Faith, Sermon

Sunday’s Sermon: A Lasting Impact

Lately it seems like Abbi and I are telling our “meeting” story quite a bit. In case you haven’t heard … Continue reading Sunday’s Sermon: A Lasting Impact

Christian Leadership, United Methodist Church

Looking Back … Looking Forward

On Sunday, my two congregations officially entered a time of pastoral transition. During worship, I made the announcement that I … Continue reading Looking Back … Looking Forward

Christian Leadership, Christianity, Devotion, Encouragement, Faith, Life, Sermon

Sunday’s Sermon: The Next Sentence

Our English teachers spent a lot of time with us in school teaching us the value of a good sentence. … Continue reading Sunday’s Sermon: The Next Sentence

Reflections on the Boston Marathon Bombing

Sports are supposed to bring us joy. Today they brought us tears. Sports are supposed to take us away from … Continue reading Reflections on the Boston Marathon Bombing