Hidden Voices
We will not, do not, or cannot hear the voices that are hidden in our community. We will not…hear hidden voices We stay within the confines of people more or less like us. We...
Hawks and Doves
Hawks and Doves This week, a parable took place right in front of me with a hawk and a dove. I’m talking real birds here, not symbols. It seems timely since it happened the...
Donald Trump Prayer Project 6.20.17
Creator of the World, help Mr. Trump find ways to listen to the tweets of real birds, beyond the interiors of buildings, endless meetings, and incessant voices. Amen
Donald Trump Prayer Project 5.22.17
God of the Whirling Planets, grandiose gestures on the part of us humans must seem pretty silly sometimes. Be with President Trump so that his decisions reflect the grandeur of your universe. Amen 5.22.17
Gentrifying vs. Gentle-fying a Neighborhood
Gentrifying: House is purchased for income building Gentle-fying: House is purchased for neighborhood building Gentrifying: Security is based on locks, gates, and systems Gentle-fying: Security is based on friendships and watching out for each...
Donald Trump Prayer Project 5.8.17
Holy God, you have said that we shall have no other gods before us. Are you talking about the gods that all people worship, no matter what name they use for you? Gods such...
Donald Trump Prayer Project 4.25.17
God of Wisdom, give Mr. Trump true wisdom—not immediate quips; sound judgment—not sound bytes; and deep substance—not shallow reactions. Amen 4.25.17
What’s the Definition of Affordable?
Affordable is a nondescript word. However, it gets used a lot, especially now in Greenville while the City works with their consultant and other groups planning to build more “affordable housing.” When people with...
Donald Trump Prayer Project 4.16.17
God of the Universe, our world is filled with people who call you by different names, who worship you in various ways, and who seek to follow you within their own culture and way of...
Donald Trump Prayer Project 4.10.17
God of Swords Turned into Plowshares, implant in Mr. Trump a yearning for peace and not conflict in the world. Infuse his spirit with a passion for peace beyond our understanding. Amen 4.10.17 Background...
The Challenge of Reentering Society
The ReEntry Simulation helps participants experience some of the challenges of re-entering society after being incarcerated. These are real problems for real people. If we as a community do not recognize these issues and...
Donald Trump Prayer Project 4.3.17
God of gods, the presidential oath ends with the words, “So help me God.” Instill these words into the recesses of Mr. Trump’s heart, mind, and soul so they become his earnest prayer. Amen ...
Donald Trump Prayer Project 3.26.17
Holy God, it’s easy to make headlines. Heartlines are much harder. Help Mr. Trump create heartlines that connect him, heart to heart, with everyone, with each person he has been elected to serve. Amen ...
The Stuff of Spring Cleaning
The Stuff of Spring Cleaning I’ve been motivated to clean out closets, drawers, and even a bit of the basement. The reasons why are: Spring flowers are blooming One daughter-in-law is on a personal...
Donald Trump Project Update
God of Glory, King of Kings, the psalmist sings that you set the prisoners free, open the eyes of the blind, lift up those who are bowed down, love the righteous, watch over strangers,...
More Prayers for the Donald Trump Prayer Project
God of Glory, King of Kings, the psalmist sings that you set the prisoners free, open the eyes of the blind, lift up those who are bowed down, love the righteous, watch over...
Let’s Get Some Perspective…Please
Such huge dollar amounts are being thrown around these days: $14 billion for a wall between the United States and Mexico or $1.5 million for one condominium on a site where a small mom...
Poverty in the Classroom
Why is that child so rude? What is wrong with that mother that she allows her daughter to come to school dressed like that? Why doesn’t he ever do his homework? That child is...
Donald Trump Project
Background of the Project: As I was thinking about the massive changes occurring in our country with even more to come, I thought about what I could do. I’ve received notices about getting involved...
Planning a Summer Mission Trip?
A Different Kind of Mission Trip Church groups plan mission trips for their members. They do backyard Bible schools, build buildings, paint, work in soup kitchens and any number of other activities. The participants...