Tuesday usually means that I get to share some of what I have found interesting and thought-provoking over the past week with all of you. Because I didn’t quite complete these yesterday, this week’s edition comes on Wednesday. Hopefully the extra wait was worth it. In terms of what is covered this week, topic categories are: Church and Ministry Thought & Practice; Cross-Sector Collaboration; Leadership … Continue reading This Week’s Links
I know and deeply believe that even in the midst of life’s circling and sometimes chaotic uncertainty, it’s important to remember how blessed we are. Today, is one of those days for me. Four years ago today, Allison and I shared our vows and exchanged rings in front of a few hundred of our family and friends. On this day, we got married in my … Continue reading Four Amazing Years …
I hope all of you had an enjoyable 4th of July/Independence Day weekend! I did, as I was in Wisconsin celebrating my Grandma’s 90th birthday. Turning to today’s post, Tuesday on the blog means that I get to share some of what I have found interesting over the past week with all of you. This week’s topic categories are: Church and Ministry Thought & Practice; … Continue reading This Week’s Links
My Grandma T. recently celebrated her 90th birthday. To help celebrate, all of her kids, many of her grandkids, a niece and nephew from North Dakota, and many church friends gathered in person yesterday. Her grandkids that couldn’t be there in person joined her via Skype from Delaware and Namibia. There were also tons of cards and well-wishes from all over, and through every form … Continue reading Celebrating Grandma’s 90th Birthday!
I haven’t written much on my blog in the past week. It’s been a bit odd, but I’ve been living in the moment, doing some wonderful work related projects, and spending time with friends. Here’s a collage of thoughts from the past few days. 1) Congratulations to my friends Katie and Will who got married over the weekend. It has been a joy to be … Continue reading Transitions, Good-Byes, and Until We Meet Again
To all fathers out there, Happy Father’s Day! To celebrate, let me share a video that has gone viral. As for myself, today I give thanks especially for my dad, my father-in-law, and my grandpas. My Dad has always been there, and continues to be there. He was a connective leader before Jean Lipman-Blumen had come up with the term. He was exhibiting characteristics of millennial leadership … Continue reading Happy Father’s Day!
Tuesday is here again. That means on the blog that it is time that I entrust some of what I have stumbled across, thought about and enjoyed over the past week with all of you. This week’s topic areas include: Church and Ministry Thought & Practice; Cross-Sector Collaboration; Leadership Thought & Practice; Millennials; Neighbor Love; Social Media & Blogging; Stewardship; Vocation and Miscellaneous. I hope … Continue reading This Week’s Links
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Yesterday there was a shooting at Seattle Pacific University (SPU). It’s a campus that sits in the fun and quirky neighborhood of Queen Anne Hill just a stone’s throw away from downtown. American gun violence again came to the surface and this time it was a little too close to home. From a summer visit to family in the Seattle area… Continue reading In Response: A Four Letter Word
In the midst of life and its many constant changes and transitions, it is imperative that you take time to express that gratitude and thankfulness that resides deep within your heart, mind, and soul. Today’s reflection really comes out of this perspective. Allison and I have had the great joy and pleasure to walk alongside a number of friends as they have discerned calls towards … Continue reading Congratulations, Hallelujah, and Thanks be to God!
Gracious and holy God, lead us from death to life, from falsehood to truth. Lead us from despair to hope, from fear to trust. Lead us from hate to love, from war to peace. Let peace fill our hearts, our world, our universe; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. I felt like offering a prayer was the best place, and perhaps only place … Continue reading Memorial Day Reflections
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