I mentioned the church I visited last Sunday with all of the young adults……I sat there pondering what is drawing young adults to this place.  The pastor, preaching on lessons of the day, talked about one’s calling and how important it is to have your “deed match your creed.”  Seems another way of saying we [...]

Had an interesting experience last Sunday that defied the popular belief.  I was visiting a 100 year old Scandinavian Lutheran congregation that some said was dying.  A neighborhood church with outstanding traditional worship. What amazed me first was the rich music.  Then powerful preaching.  Then a reception of new members (quite a crowd) and all [...]

Recently, I figured out that I took my first swimming lessons 55 years ago.  Yes, I was 10 years old when I started at the YMCA in Decatur, Illinois.  Once I got over my fear of the water, I had a good time swimming, and I really liked to swim. Once again, I am taking [...]

I will be serving as Deputy Director for Wittenberg English Ministries (WEM) from June 12-September 8, 2012.  In this volunteer role, I will support the twofold ministry of WEM, reflected in WEM’s Mission Statement: connect Jesus Christ to people through a Christian worship and outreach ministry in English directed toward the international visitors and local [...]

What is it that one might reflect upon?  It seems to me that reflection begins with values and a movement toward authenticity.  In a life where there is little in the way of reflection it is easy to move in disconnected directions.  When this happens a person tends to become what others desire rather than [...]