Meeting at the Manger
Sometimes we experience things in life which unexpectedly fill our hearts with joy. Recently, I had the privilege of witnessing…
He is Sitting Right Beside You
On a recent visit to a women’s jail, I was reminded about an important truth in our lonely world today—God…
Red Bird Rising
Walking through a wooded trail with distant views of marshy green grass and clear blue water, I was treated to…
Enjoy the Moment
Summer is a popular time on Cape Cod so I was not surprised to see that a line had formed…
Progress not Perfection
Pushing himself up off the mat, I saw the enormous effort needed to suspend his body weight for only a…
Company of Angels
She sat contentedly listening to the other women discuss the scripture passage. I wasn’t sure if she was going to…
Kindness Revolution
From the moment we sat down I could tell that she was having a tough day. After we ordered coffee…
Healing Feet
The residents filed into the room led by a security guard. Many were excited for this break from regular prison…
Forgive me Father
I’ve had my share of surprises in life – some good and some not so good. A recent surprise falls…
New Year – New Surrender
I heard him call my name from a distance. Even in the darkness, he could see me lying flat on…
Traditions Old & New
The women were gathered in a circle when I arrived. They were talking quietly as the group leader introduced me.…
Unexpected Plane Rides
We had expected a smooth flight back to Boston. The weather was clear and the pilot assured us that all…
Love in Unlikely Places
She was standing by the heavy metal door, waiting in line to fill her mug with hot water. I noticed…
The Birthday Cake
As I worked on some program plans for my upcoming fall prayer group, a familiar line from scripture brought back…
We all have to give something!
Sometimes we find answers to some of life’s important questions in the most unexpected places. Attending prison ministry brought me…
Just Breathe
Enjoying the cool breeze of a recent summer night reminded me of something my grandmother used to say, “Feel that…
Yes, You Can
It took about twenty minutes before I realized that she didn’t speak fluent English. She was kind, hiding a huge…
Freedom to Love
Watching an English period drama from the 1950’s has become a favorite pastime after a long day. I usually tell…