I was taught to close each and every prayer ever said, with the words, “in the name of Jesus”. Perhaps I thought of it like a special incantation that made …

I went to to see the light. I went to see the biggest, brightest full moon of my lifetime. So I went early, not to miss it’s earliest ascent over …

“If I know a song of Africa, of the giraffe and the African new moon lying on her back, of the plow in the fields and the sweaty faces of …

“Come to me all you who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle …

Today begins Sabbatical. I mostly thought it was for Milton, as he drove off for quiet retreat, reflection, and rest. Which leaves me with the same. So, as I think …

If you are neither a French major nor a morning person, you are going to have to bear with me. But if you are, then you will love, like I …

This Spring, two major studies were released on the subject of loneliness and the tangible impact it has on our society. I wrote the following article for a secular magazine, …

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens:     a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and …

A reflection on Psalm 29, dedicated to our beloved friends who have lost their family and friends in the flood and to the community of Corpus Christi and beyond who …

The scene is typical. Middle-aged man struggles with feelings of self-doubt. Ex-wife comes and goes, imparting a disconcerting balance of personal accusation and love. Estranged daughter entwines her life with …