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Category: Reflections

Reflections

‘I cannot be silent’

In front of me, the Senate steps of the US Capitol. Multiple military guards with machine guns at the top of the steps…

Reflections

I pledge allegiance

There is a subtle implication that the words “under God” mean that God is on our side.

Reflections

This is unimportant

In a remote corner of a poor and densely populated country, sits a small ocean town, Cox’s Bazar.

Reflections

A big God in the small spaces

There is so much of life to live on the other side of what’s easy.

Reflections

Reflection of a Latino Brethren

What could a loving church do for those struggling with a broken system?

Reflections

To attract new young adult members, tackle Post Traumatic Church Syndrome

When church leaders assume that young people simply want a “cooler” worship experience, they’re underestimating my generation.

Reflections

Reflection from the women’s march

A Quaker pastor asked if she could host marchers. Then a baby changed everything.

Reflections

An Election Day love feast

Whether they voted Democrat, Republican, independent, third party, write-in, or not at all, everyone was invited.

Reflections

More than a puppeteer

What happens when it appears that God does not “reward the good”?

Reflections

Holy Cow!

A standing ovation after a business session? Why?

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