“Shine a light in the corner” — A sermon for a faithful citizen
God holds us accountable for how we treat each of God’s children. Take care of the corners…
Churches & Political Campaigns: Q&A
As Christians and citizens, we are called to engage the issues, to seek justice, and to elect leaders who we believe best reflect our values and goals.
Let’s talk: creating space for honest, respectful, and prophetic exchange
Truth or respect? Imagination or connection? My theology does not ask me to choose one over the other. There is need for both truth-telling and respectful rules of engagement. There is need for moral imagination grounded in personalized human connection.
Resisting the winds: Corporacion Milagros del Amor—standing against childhood poverty in Puerto Rico
I realized that there was an important lesson to be learned from this child. While I was looking at what was lacking, he was looking at what was enough; I was listening to a need, but he was claiming what he had!
Justice for Rizpah’s children
Childhood poverty is an epidemic that is consuming our nation, yet we seem content to exist in a state of denial about its virulent and destructive nature.
Five things I appreciate about pastors
I want to offer appreciation to the pastors in my life—those in the church I belong to, the pastors I teach and coach, and the many pastors I meet in person and online around the world. Pastors, here are some of the things I appreciate about you.