We want to think we have all the time in the world to follow Jesus, but if last year has taught us anything is that tomorrow is not promised. If we are going to follow Jesus we have to be willing to follow him now. Life is too short. Continue reading Lenten Reflection-Ash Wednesday
Like many people, I’ve been rather surprised to hear that Oscar Pistorius has been charged with the murder of his girlfriend. The South African athelete, who is a double amputee, is known as “Blade Runner” for his carbon fiber legs and his speed. Pistorius was a symbol that persons with disabilities can achieve great feats, like being a world champion runner. Yes, he was to use that tired cliche, an inspiration. He helped put the Paralympics on the map, helping us to see it as a serious sporting event on par with its sister event, the Olympics. I remember watching … Continue reading Ashes to Ashes…We All Fall Down.
Ten years ago during Ash Wednesday of 2002, I was a chaplain at Luther Hall in Minneapolis. Luther Hall was what you would probably call a nursing home, though the people there were at various stages in their lives; some were transitioning from surgery, back to home or to another facility; but some were there for the long haul, or short haul as it might happen. There were people there who were basically at death’s door. Some died immediately, others had a longer leave taking. It was during that Ash Wednesday, that I, a seminarian finishing up the last requirement … Continue reading Remember You Are Dust…
The Clockwork Pastor 