I have the somewhat unique disposition of being a “social introvert.” This may sound like a contradiction in terms. But I have long known that I can be both introverted, that is, shy, reserved and thoughtful, as well as being attracted to join groups. This combination, odd as it may sound, has also guided how I have experienced my first year of retirement. I have done my own share of reflecting and quietly contemplating the course of my life and career. Retirement has provided this opportunity..
The Kingdom of Heaven is like a family in search of a quick meal on a school night.
I was sitting in the office of my advisor at Garrett Theological Seminary. It was my last appointment on the last day of my final week in seminary. And it was a time of..
Clarity is something that I didn’t know I needed, until it was pointed out to me that my world was actually very blurry. I was in the fifth grade and it was the very..
My mother was a professor of clothing and textiles at Wayne State University. She earned a bachelor’s degree at that school and then went on to earn a master’s degree at..
From God’s gift of Holy Spirit comes unexpected clarity.
Earlier this month I was leading Good Friday service at the small church that I pastor. I wanted the service to feel different than a typical Sunday morning service. I..
United Church Homes (UCH) is excited to announce a new initiative in our mission to promote the riches of abundant aging—our Abundant Aging podcast!
I have had the privilege and joy of two careers. After God called me into ministry, God gently reminded me I wasn’t quite finished yet. Waiting in the wings was an..
United Church Homes’ recently launched a new software enterprise management system. Everything we thought we once knew how to do competently and quickly has been turned..
