Greetings on a special Sunday, one that remembers fathers and the Trinity. Thankfully, I was successful not breaking my streak of not preaching heresy on Trinity Sunday. As many preachers can attest, the doctrine of the Trinity, while compelling, is difficult (nigh impossible) to discuss in the context of worship. I’m sure those who were […]
Blessing to you on the Feast of the Pentecost. It’s been 50 days since Easter (not counting Sundays) and we celebrated the coming of the Holy Spirit all those years ago. We celebrated inside for the first time in my tenure at St. John’s (at least in my recollection). Every year from 2011 through this […]
June is upon us and we are nearing the end of Eastertide. This year’s Easter journey has been a blessing for our community: blood drive, community events, and sharing our bounty across the city. The coming summer season should be inviting and engaging – some new bible studies to consider and some much-needed work around […]
Blessings to you on Memorial Day weekend 2019. Summer is breaking in around Suffolk – fireflies, bull frogs, and the heady aroma of chestnut blooms are present outside. This weekend, and tomorrow, are days where we remember those who have served in the military and who have paid the ultimate cost for the freedoms we […]
Blessings to you from Chuckatuck. The middle of May has come and gone and spring is turning to summer. We get to see the signs of the changing season around the yard – the crapemyrtles and azaleas bolting a little; but more invitingly, the fireflies and bull frogs are out in force at night. Sure […]