For a long time, I was something of a literalist when it came to justice. I believed that if someone did something wrong, they deserved to be punished. Jail time, probation, even execution—I accepted these as necessary consequences of wrongdoing. I believed in our justice system. I believed it was, at its core, a good … Continue reading Are we a People of Love, or are we a People of Vengeance?

Some Earth-based traditions understand the Divine through changing aspects that mirror the cycles of nature and the seasons of our own lives. For the Goddess: Maiden, Mother, and Crone. For the God: Hunter, Father, and Sage. Within some contemporary Pagan traditions, as the Wheel of the Year turns toward its darker half, these sacred figures … Continue reading Thoughts on Autumn – the “real” New Year

One of the joys of ministry for me is writing. I really do love the writing part. Writing has always been something that came naturally to me. Sit me in front of a bunch of numbers and expect me to make sense of them? Sure—if you want a bigger mess afterward. Give me a pen, … Continue reading There is Always Next Sunday