Who We Are

It’s a new year. It’s also a new quarter for me at the university. While preparing for my next round of courses, I thought about a discussion I regularly have with the students in psychology. The conversation is about a therapist’s theoretical orientation. Let me explain. Therapists are encouraged to… Read More »Who We Are

New Year’s Resolutions

The calendar page turns once again. As we eagerly watch the dropping of the ball in Times Square to usher in 2011, we also make resolutions for the New Year. We will resolve to live life in a better way than we did in the past, to do something of… Read More »New Year’s Resolutions

Giving Birth to God

In my youth, I attended Catholic schools.  In that setting, I was taught a great deal about Mary, the mother of Jesus.  The Mary I learned about was pure, humble, obedient, silent and long-suffering.  As an adult, I came to understand that the Mary presented to me in my youth… Read More »Giving Birth to God

The Truth about Christmas

I recently read a story about Sir John Polkinghorn, the renowned particle physicist who, as a second career, became an Anglican priest. The members of his first parish weren’t sure if they would be able to understand sermons delivered by this very accomplished scientist. Dr. Polkingham quickly changed that perception… Read More »The Truth about Christmas

On Being a Christian

Why am I a Christian?  Over the years, a number of people have asked me this question. After all, I hold positions not typically associated with most American Christians.  I am pro-choice, support marriage equality for lesbian and gay people, view stem cell research as promising and hopeful, and accept… Read More »On Being a Christian

An interview with Let’s Get Real Radio Show

In the interview, I talked about my take on Sustainable Spirituality, my experience in counseling and my latest book Stumbling into Life’s Lessons! [mp3_embed blog_plyrs=”2″] Also visit their website for other shows on spirituality.