King Saul had his orders: “…go and strike Amalek and devote to destruction all that they have. Do not spare them, but kill both man and woman, child and infant, ox and sheep, camel and…
A Reflection on 2020
2020 is gone. It was a year like none other in my lifetime. From February on, our country was under siege, with basic rights and liberties that we have taken for granted being restricted as…
Moving From Year 39 to 40
On October 13th we all gathered in the little room where we have fellowship in the back, a room commandeered by us when the previous renters folded shop. As we prepared for a quick meeting…
A Hero’s Birthday
It was a dark, rainy night on Third Street. The drumroll of the rain against the roof was only interrupted by the occasional sound of heavy breathing in the main bedroom. In Washington, D.C., the…
What Has Really Changed? The Supreme Court and Gay Marriage
On Friday, June 26, by a vote of 5 to 4, the United States Supreme Court ruled that the 14th Amendment of the Constitution, which guarantees equal protection under the law, ensures that all citizens…
Until We Meet Again…
I got word last Thursday. I was making dinner for my family. My hands were immersed in hamburger (oh how I hate touching raw meat) and upon hearing the phone ring I yelled for one…
Time of My Life
Yesterday was my 27th wedding anniversary. 29 years ago this October (1985) I had my first real conversation with her In November I had my first date with her In December I received my first…
Building Your Nest in the Wrong Neighborhood
It was a beautiful morning for a walk, 55 degrees and sunny with the hope of an 80+ day. Putting the harness on my trusted companion, Toby and I began our stroll around the neighborhood.…
Fill the Earth and Subdue it…
It happened all of a sudden. What was the direct cause I still do not know. I have rehearsed over and over again in my mind the events that led up to the incident. Everything…
End of the beginning
June 4, 2012 I looked out this window for the first time. I was overjoyed by the park-like campus and scenic view. My office was large and impressive. A full wall of windows afforded me…