Religion Without Blinders
When my 9-year-old grandson volunteered to be baptized in 2019, I reacted with mixed emotions. I worked through my ambivalence by composing a letter to him that included congratulations and cautions. The letter is based on my experiences with organized religion, reading history, and otherwise paying attention. George Novak Bio: Before my retirement, I was a […]
Blessed Memory
It is good from time to time to reflect on the lives of all those who have come before us as a way of recognizing their continued presence with us through memory and influence. Together we can learn from their mistakes, remember the positive good they have done, and celebrate all that is better about […]
“Finding Courage in Chaos”
It is normal and justified to be scared in times like these. Political violence is on the rise, governmental power is being misused, cities are being occupied by our own military, and the most vulnerable among us are are experiencing increased attacks. How can we find courage within community in the midst of this chaos?
