Are You Connected?

Many of you have probably already figured this out by now but I am really passionate about justice. I mean really! I desire to see communities torn apart by war and famine brought together whole and healed. I desire to see women who have been abused by lovers, fathers, and stranger not only set free …

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Tattoos on the Heart – What I Am Learning from a Catholic Priest

So I just started reading this really amazing book, Tattoos on the Heart by a Catholic Priest named Gregory Boyle. Granted I am only 27 pages into the book but I am already thoroughly impressed and inspired by his faith, commitment to the Lord, and love for people. Father Boyle works with Latino gangs in …

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For A Little While

A coworker just sent me a scripture which encourages my spirit today, a day where I question God and wonder what my next move will be. It reads: Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time, casting all your anxiety on Him, because He cares …

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The Who, The What, The Why and The How

As a Christian, there are just some things that I hate to admit about myself. One of those things is that I am not an avid fan of every book of the Bible. Oh sure, I read them anyhow because that is the good Christian thing to do, but many times I lack understanding so …

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God=Politics

I am a Christian, ok! For me, as well as many other Christians whom I know, this title has meant a host of several things. For starters, it has meant the strict adherence to a certain list of commands of thou shalts and thou shalt nots. Such are the following: thou shalt have no other …

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Resting Place

So many different things on my mind, so many things that need to get done.A million and one different tasks that need to get completed and rest just is not one of them.I need a place, a secret place where I can dwell.I need a place, a dwelling place where I can lay my head.And …

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