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Misunderstandings, Buckets, and Fishing
The Rev. Cindy Hickman visualize us carrying our anxieties around in a bucket. Sometimes the bucket is nearly empty, and sometimes it is so full we can hardly lift it. During the 24 hours of misunderstanding, my anxiety bucket was overflowing.
May 22, 2025
Addition by Subtraction
When someone threatens drastic action if they don’t get their way, whether it is in a family, church or organization, be careful how you respond. If you meet their demands, you will only encourage more ultimatums in the future.
May 20, 2025
At the River
Water flows through two of the scripture passages this week – Paul and Silas' fateful meeting with Lydia by a river, and the Revelation image of the river of life that gladdens the city of God.
May 20, 2025
Rethinking the Model: AI, Clergy, and Co-creation in the Church
The generative AI tools that are now widely available have emerged with startling speed and without the technological or ethical guardrails many hoped for. We haven’t spent nearly enough time reflecting on what is gained versus what might be lost.
May 15, 2025
"Hit and Run" Conversations –
The Rev. Dr. Christy Thomas laments the decline of language and the rise of "hit-and-run" communications. She offers tips to avoid their damage.
May 14, 2025
Mending the World
The sacred myth of the Christian gospel tells us that after Jesus resurrected, he walked and talked like he did before his crucifixion – but he wasn’t quite the same. Those wounds told his tale.
May 13, 2025