Regional Reflection – Coworkers with God
Greetings to all in the Love of Jesus Christ: January 20 is here, and it brings an odd mixture of events and emotions. For some, the big event today is the inauguration of a president. For others, the big event is the commemoration of the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. For […]
Regional Reflection: No Hype Necessary
Greetings to all in the Love of Jesus Christ: Years ago, two friends of mine organized a concert. The friends were very sophisticated musicians, and they organized an amazing concert. They promoted the concert, telling everyone they knew: “It’s going to be a good concert.” Following the concert, someone came up to them and said: […]
Regional Reflection: hay un lugar para ti
Greetings to all in the Love of Jesus Christ: Three and a half weeks have passed since our Regional Assembly. Two weeks have passed since the national elections. One week until we gather with family and/or friends to share a meal of thanksgiving – which sounds a little funny since most of us gather every […]
Regional Reflection – Welcome
Greetings to all in the Love of Jesus Christ: “Welcome.” It’s such a beautiful word – in both English and Spanish. Bien-venidos. It is well, it is good, it is a joy to me that you have come.” “Es bueno que tu has venido.” Have you ever shown up somewhere and got that awkward sense that people wish you […]
Regional Reflection: Called to Hospitality
Greetings to all in the Love of Jesus Christ: I’m just home from seeing many of you at the Disciples Women’s Retreat in Prescott. It is always a joy to gather with Disciples for worship, education, and relationship-building. Speaking of which … the next big opportunity to gather together is coming up soon: Regional Assembly. More information and registration […]