Here’s the thing: the church is not called to be a factory of platitudes. We are called to be a community of presence. A people of gritty, grounded, and grace-filled truth.

Here’s to reclaiming our souls—one small act 50 before 50 at a time.

Say what you mean and mean what you say One of my kids delights in saying what they call the "opposite of opposite." Usually, it goes...

How can congregations weather the liminal space of discerning their future? I’ve been thinking a lot about healthy discernment for...

God shows up - in the midst of the unknowing – right in the midst of chaos. When I was Ordained, Bishop Hoshibata placed his hands on my...

The people in my life have been midwives along the journey of ministry – conspiring with God to birth hope in me and others. Hi everyone! I thought I would start by introducing myself and letting you know how I got to where I am. I am a United Methodist pastor, and I have served churches since 2001 - before (gestures everywhere) all the world turned upside down. And yet my call to ministry is as strong today as it always has been. My call to ministry is deeply rooted in God's

Ever wonder what a Pastor needs every week to do their job? Here is a peek at mine in honor of Labor Day (Yay Unions!): Ministry in the...