(Today I’m adding to a series of posts on the ancient Christian practice of praying the daily office - here are links to part I, part II, part III, and part IV). The ancient practice of praying the daily office was radically ahead of its time, anticipating the transient, mobile world we now inhabit. The… Continue reading Saying our prayers, part V – praying in community
This image reflects the deep desire in my heart for community. Technically, it's not a very good picture but as an icon, a window into something more, I think it's heart-achingly beautiful. Friends gathered around a table, enjoying a simple but delicious meal, fed by the food and conversation, hearts gladdened by the wine… Continue reading Friday photos – the feast of community
Just had this piece posted on the CRC Network site so figured I'd repost an edited version of it here today. Today is Black Friday south of the 49th, the biggest consumer bender known to humanity. Called black because merchants' books finally crossover from the red into the black, it's an apt adjective for other… Continue reading An anthem for Black Friday – reprise
I was leading a retreat in the foothills west of Calgary this weekend. The temperature dipped near minus 20 last night (and its not even winter yet!) but sugar-coated the landscape with some wonderful frost.
Betty and I have been involved in a discernment process about the next chapter of our lives for far too long. It's been a humbling, trying process and I'm ready for it to be done. Earlier today I read this quote from Thomas Merton that echoed the messy mix in my soul, of head and heart,… Continue reading The road ahead
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