This past week I spent several days attending a focused retreat called “Boundless Compassion.” It was facilitated by a wonderful woman named Joyce Rupp, a member of the Order of the Servants of Mary. Joyce has years and years of experience in the realm of compassion. She is a sought-after teacher and leader in this … More Who’s Holding You?
(Originally posted on August 21, 2017 at http://www.restoresoulcare.com) They say that life moves really fast the older you get. “Don’t blink…you might miss it.” I don’t know if I am that old yet, but I can say with certainty that when life shakes you and tells you to wake up because you’re about to experience … More Life’s Biggest Moments
(Originally posted March 29, 2017 at http://www.restoresoulcare.com) Anne Lamott once quipped, “I like the desert for short periods of time, from inside a car, with the windows rolled up, and the doors locked. I prefer beach resorts with room service.” I get where Anne’s coming from. The desert heat is unbearable during the summer months, … More Life in the Desert
For those of you who have been keeping track of our transition to Arizona, you know it’s been a bumpy ride. There have been a series of setbacks and surprises making our move all the more adventurous, to say the least. I honestly haven’t had the heart to blog for the last few months. … More Our Uber Experience
After my most recent trip to Guatemala, I somehow got connected with a stateside organization called “Lemonade International.” They work with some of the people whom I have come to deeply love and respect, people who care for the least, the last, and the labeled in Guatemala City. It is a great joy to share some of … More Passion for God’s Presence
I wrote this post over two years ago and I keep coming back to it as a major theme in my life. It’s like my soul’s melody. I’m trying to attune my spirit to the presence of God as often as I remember. It sums up the work that’s done in Spiritual Direction, which is … More Listen Softer…Again
Back in July I posted something on my blog that was a “repost” of a well-written article about what the author, a popular blogger and pastor, would do if he found out one of his kids were gay. While I agree with his sentiment, and his best intentions to model love to his children, I … More The Messiness of Parenting (The Messiness of Love)
Connecting kids' faith with God's mission
The art of listening and responding to God and each other
In life, In small moments, and the mess in my living room.
recognizing joy in the mundane
Practical Daily Devotions for the Real World
The art of listening and responding to God and each other
Life from the inside out.
a pilgrim on his way home to the Kingdom of the Heaven
