Little Bo Peep
The myth of Narcissus is legendary. Narcissus was a man who was exceptionally handsome and knew it. And his actions reflected his utter disdain for those who loved him. He walked through life proud of his appearance and dismissive of those who admired him. Nemesis watched Narcissus and how...
Stay Salty My Friends
No matter how hard we try to pretend, we live in the real world. Philosophies and worldviews may try to shield us from this cold, hard truth. But, try as they might, they only succeed in stealing real life and real time from us. Why is this truth so...
WHY Matters!
He's just the latest to articulate well a timeless principle enshrined in the wisdom of the ages. Simon Sinek's helpful book "Start With Why" is a bestseller precisely because of this reality. I found it so compelling I bought a copy of the book for each member of my...
THIS Saturday in Bluff City, TN
I Please call the Church and let them know if you are attending this special event. I look forward to meeting you at Christ the Savior parish in Bluff City, TN THIS SATURDAY!
An Authentic Encounter and 3 Metanias
Today Matthew encounters Jesus Christ and this moments changes the way he thinks about what he does, who he is, and how he loves. But every Authenic encounter with Jesus Christ does the sad me in each of us! At least it's suppose to.
Our Saturday Guest Blog – What Happens when we Play
This Saturday we hear from Fr. Stephen Freeman and his wonderful blog - Glory to God for All Things. In my previous article I compared children’s use of play to the place of ritual words and actions in the life of the Church. I absolutely did not mean to imply...
The Unexamining Life
The paradox of becoming who you are is filled with all kinds of opportunities, pitfalls, and wrong turns. The truth is the journey IS the destination when it comes to discovering who you really are. And the only way to journey well is through living a wakeful life! But...
Life That Spills Over the Edge
Abundant life, yep, abundant life. Life that is so full that it spills out over the edges and splashes on those around us. That kind of life. Life that can't be contained or measured or exhausted. Life that just keeps on going and keeps on being full and joyous....
How To LET Your Light Shine
"Get out of the way!" My daughter in the back seat was yelling at the cars in front of us as we were on our way to her dance class. She was frustrated at the amount of traffic in front of us and reacted like she had seen "someone"...
Faithful AND Wise
I never will forget the look on his face. He was a brave and honest man and his spiritual journey had brought him to the Orthodox Church. He had taken the classes I required to become a catechumen. He had attended services as I had asked, so, when he...