Authority
“We are waiting to discover why God sent you to us.” This is one of the first things Mary Jo said to me in my early days at the Church of the Saviour. I was surprised, even disappointed, that no one wanted me to do anything. I was a doer, eager to serve. Mary Jo’s […]
Commitment
Growing up, I had never imagined myself as a mom raising a family, much less a family comprised of three boys and me. After graduating from college in Ohio, I moved to Washington because I wanted to change the world. Instead, what I’ve really changed is myself. In large part, I can thank my boys […]
Care
Thank God for the people in our lives who desire that we be well. We all know them. A family member, a friend, or even a stranger, who are concerned that we are suffering and will be a listening presence, extend comfort or encouragement, advocate for justice. They see us, they hear us, they open […]
Open to Change
On a hot muggy day in Charlottesville, Michael’s brother said, “We’ve decided to remove life support and let him go. Could you make something to transport his ashes so we can scatter them near his crab-pots?” “I’ve got clay in the car, but I don’t have any way of firing a pot,” I replied. “Wouldn’t […]
