For some time, there has been significant debate about whether the facts in the Bible are true. This debate has been framed in a variety of ways. In the early twentieth century, biblical scholars searched for evidence of the historical Jesus. School boards consider the merits of biblically based creationism… Read More »What Good Is Religion if the Facts Aren’t True?
She’s regularly in the news. She’s the current a pop sensation. She generates press by acting, dressing, and presenting herself as over-the-top. At age 24, Stefani Germanotta has achieved international fame within two years of the release of her first album. In the midst of the glamour and well-honed PR,… Read More »Lady Gaga: What is the Truth?
Over the last year, I’ve grown to appreciate social networking opportunities offered by web sites like Facebook and Twitter. Social networking has enabled me to connect with people who are not part of my day to day life, which has helped to broaden my sense of the world. It’s been… Read More »Social Networking as a Window into Life’s Course
Each spring, the humming bird feeder is washed. A mixture of sugar and water added to the bottle-like container. In an expectant procession, the feeder is taken to the back yard and hung from a pole surrounded by flowering shrubs. Then the wait begins. This year, the feeder hung for… Read More »The Wisdom of Humming Birds
The July/August issue of Spirit & Life Magazine publishes my article: Transfiguration and Transformation. Click here for the PDF version. This issue also features an article from my good friend, Sister Dawn Annette Mills.
While enjoying lunch recently with the rector of an Episcopal Church near my home, I was asked a seemingly innocent question. It was one of those questions meant to be a kind of conversation starter. My colleague inquired, “What’s new in the world of psychology?” I rambled for a few… Read More »Spiritual Imperialism and Spiritual Practice
I met her at her home a few evenings ago. As we visited, she spoke about him frequently. She also referred to things around the house that she has now been doing – things he used to do – which she hadn’t done for years: yard work, home repairs, and… Read More »Clumping: How Much Can One Person Bear?
In the late afternoon, I made my way to a local Episcopal church. I sometimes stop at their small chapel for the mid-week service. This Eucharistic service is quiet and unobtrusive. Over the last few months, attendance here has been the only thread I’ve maintained with traditional church practices. Arriving… Read More »Blandina and Her Companions
