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February 4, 2015
Virtual Pilgrim: The Church of the Holy Sepulcher
Are you planning to visit Jerusalem, or do you wish you could? The Church of the Holy Sepulcher is a vast building with a confusing layout and centuries of tumultuous history. There are chapels upon chapels, and that is meant … Continue reading →
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January 29, 2015
Uncluttering as a Spiritual Discipline
I love telling people the name of my new series because they have such interesting reactions: from derisive snorts, to sly smiles, to eager interest. What does clutter have to do with spirituality? A lot! I mention my first two … Continue reading →
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January 20, 2015
Invitation to a Lent Pilgrimage
Do you desire to deepen your spiritual life this Lent? Are you looking for a free, accessible resource to share with others? Have you ever wanted to make a (virtual) pilgrimage to the Holy Land? Come along with me, right … Continue reading →
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Invitation to a Lenten Pilgrimage
Do you desire to deepen your spiritual life? Have you wanted to make a (return) pilgrimage to the Holy Land? Are you looking for a free, accessible resource to share with others this Lent? Beginning on February 18 (Ash Wednesday) … Continue reading →
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January 18, 2015
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. — We Salute You!
One of the great things about living near our nation’s capital is the chance to visit the monuments. Last October when my parents visited from Michigan, I took them to the MLK memorial. We had the place to ourselves. Here’s another … Continue reading →
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January 13, 2015
What Have You Uncluttered in 2015?
It can be helpful/inspiring/hilarious to hear what other people are uncluttering. So far in 2015 my list has been quite tame, but here it is . . . . ~ a coffeemaker broke — was dispatched to my husband’s Middle … Continue reading →
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January 8, 2015
Jesus, the Unclutterer
I love Jesus and I love to unclutter. For me, there’s a relationship between the two things. Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Sell your possessions, and give … Continue reading →
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January 5, 2015
One Bag Packing: Zion & Bryce & Las Vegas, Winter
A good trip often travels between extremes, doesn’t it? We recently traveled “out west” to do some hiking — mainly Zion & Bryce national parks — and also spend a few days in Las Vegas. Those are two very different … Continue reading →
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January 2, 2015
2015 Intentions
One of my blogposts was among the 14 most-read Christian Century blogposts in 2014. Perhaps I should use foul language like “stinkin'” in my titles more often! My thanks to all of you for reading, and to the good folk … Continue reading →
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December 23, 2014
See You Next Year!
One of the joys of being a minister is leading a church at Christmastime — such a foundational and festive time of the church year. The celebration of Incarnate Love is complete with a baby, a manger, pageants, cookies and … Continue reading →
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