Holy lovesickness
What is your understanding of sacred space? Is it the waterfront – with miles of sandy beach stretching out in both directions and a vision of mountains in the far distance? Is it the mountains, with...
View ArticleSacred stuff and deal breakers | Dream project blog: part four
I had started to hear some of these stories previously from friends at Grace Anglican Church, from the leadership who have been part of various meetings around St. Catharines and most particularly from...
View Article150 at 2:51
I recently returned from our annual clergy retreat. There was a speaker and a schedule, but these things were punctuated by extended times of silence. We woke in silence. We ate in silence. Even our...
View ArticleResponding to the King
Last Sunday we closed off the liturgical year with the Sunday commonly called The Reign of Christ. Even though we stand on the threshold of Advent, ready to hear the news of the Christ’s birth, we...
View ArticleBearing frustration
The most annoying thing about community is that it is filled with other people. Life would be much easier if everything revolved around my own plans, thoughts, or experiences. Don’t you agree? Have you...
View ArticleWelcoming Christmas guests
Christmas is coming! Are you ready? Really, who is?! We’re still just getting used to being in Advent. Let’s not rush things! And yet—let’s be prepared. Preparation is, after all, what this blue season...
View ArticleThe divine lover comes
When you think about the celebration of Christmas, what Bible readings do you normally think about? Maybe your mind goes right to the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, with readings detailing the birth of...
View ArticleSt. Peter and uncertainty
Every year that I’ve been aware of the Feast of Confession of St. Peter, I’ve likely come to it with the same sleepy and benign understanding. Basically, it’s good that we benignly acknowledge that...
View ArticleDiscipleship in 4 easy steps
Over the next couple of weeks, we will hear several stories regarding the call of the first disciples. This past Sunday started this off with the calling of Andrew and Peter. Since then, the calling of...
View ArticleNeedles, 911, and a wake-up call
Last Wednesday night, our evening worship was brought to a grinding halt by a medical emergency, and I had a powerful encounter with Jesus—although I didn’t know it at the time. Advent Café is the name...
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