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The Monday Thought
Life and Death Mysteries
“Joe’s gone to his celestial home” was Fran’s straightforward, grieving comment when I called Thursday morning. Joe Martin and his uniquely infectious laugh took leave of us, and family, friends and colleagues mourned a great loss. More >
Joyful mysteries
Last week I mentioned a daily prayer pattern that recalls key moments from Jesus’ life under these rubrics – joyful, luminous, sorrowful and glorious “mysteries”. Last week was “sorrowful mysteries” – this week “joyful mysteries”. More >
Sorrowful mysteries
The things we fear – illness, job loss, loneliness, financial reversals and relational estrangement show up in the midst of our busy, productive and rich lives. Lately I’ve seen some quiet and mysterious strength and grace from friends who’ve got these “sorrowful mysteries” on their plate. More >
Shadows-Beauty and Fear
Earlier this month, on a late afternoon walk down the fairway with friends, the setting sun created dramatic shadows. We paused to inhale the beauty of light and shade on the Carolina golf course. Shadow had no fear, just gentle beauty, emphasizing the light. More >
Big Words – Small Audience
The other day I was wondering if all the little conversations we have make any real difference. Our voice for friendship is quiet and our salesmanship for prayer is pretty low key. Then I bumped into one of the most famous lines from Jesus’ mouth. More >
