May 27, 2012 Remembering Those Who Have Died In addition to parades and picnics, let’s say a prayer for those who have died in Afghanistan. This is a list of US fatalities,…
December 26, 2011 Some Thoughts About Epiphany It’s Not About Me — A Meditation for Epiphany by Kenneth Arnold. Continue reading.
April 25, 2011 The Morning After Despite a holiday weekend reprieve, on April 18th our taxes are due, resurrection or not. Or, how to deal with post holiday depression. Read…
April 5, 2011 An Illuminated Easter An Illuminated Easter The Easter story as told by stained glass artists in some of the most beautiful churches of Europe and North America
March 29, 2011 Remembering Dietrich Bonheoffer State of Emergency: Some Thoughts For Holy Week April 9 is the anniversary of the death of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. A German pastor and theologian,…
January 2, 2011 Holiday Spending The Deluge Begins Only days after Halloween, and merchants are preparing for a blitz of advertising, promotion, and hype. All designed to fuel holiday…
December 6, 2010 What is the date and Meaning of Ashura? Ashura is the Islamic holy day observed on the 10th of the Islamic month of Muharram. Shi’ite Muslims regard it as a major festival…
December 4, 2010 Top Ten Christmas Albums Christmas is known for its music. During the holiday season people who seldom attend flock to the churches for a performance of sacred music…
November 21, 2010 What is the Date and Meaning of Al-Hijra? Al-Hijra is the Muslim New Year. In 2010 it falls on December 7. Read more …