“A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices!” Drawn from the words of “O Holy Night, “ some Advent thoughts on the coming of light into darkness

Thanksgiving is not just about the day, just as true gratitude is never to be simply about the moment at hand!

The faith journey of “Mayflower” passenger — and family member (!) — Captain Myles Standish

In a world that often seems to be spinning out of control, it’s good to know that in Jesus “all things hold together!”

Leaf raking memories and our work for the sake of God’s Kingdom!

Ours is not the God of the dead but the God of the living… and because of the resurrection all are alive!

Looking at Jesus’ Beatitudes — and our lives — from a slightly different point of view!

Halloween costume memories and the blessing of being exactly who we are before God!

What does it mean to have a life that is “abundant?”

Stone walls, stewardship and what we leave for the next generation!

When we give with delight God delights in us!

A new criteria for true and authentic leadership according to Jesus!

The story of a saint known as “Uncle Herman,” and a pocket full of bubblegum!

We may have many motivations for coming to church, but the way of true worship begins with ascribing to God the glory due his name!

The size, the scope... and the wonder of feasting together at the Lord’s table!

The faith we’ve been given needs to be tended to... and shared!

Memories of marching band season, a fateful performance at a high school basketball game, and a reminder that we can never go it completely alone!

About one the more “difficult” stories told by Jesus... and our challenge to be shrewd and wise as we walk in faith!

The Importance of *not* missing opportunities for love and care in amidst the distractions of life

About sin, mercy and true grace!

Philemon, Onesimus, you and me… and how faith impacts real life!

About Sunday school, confirmation class, and the importance of spiritual formation

Hospitality, Humility and the Kingdom Life!

The church is filled with all different kinds of people… and that includes you and me!

There are times in life and faith when we’re given “windows of opportunity” that require both a decision and action… a time is of the essence!

About time capsules, congregational history, and the best legacy we can leave for the next generations of the faithful

“ Faith is the assurance of things hoped for…”. In these days of confused situations it’s a vitally important reminder for you and I who walk in faith!

On seeking the Lord in the midst of summer yard work!

We’re all looking for what can be considered through security in life, but the question is, what kind of security do we really need?

The glories of Maine humor, speaking “downeast” as a second language and the true nature of the church!

The kingdom of God is like the huge rocks that line the shore, and which stand firm and strong!

The kingdom of God shall be compared to a sailboat tied securely to its buoy, lest the storm come up and carry it away!

Finding a few new metaphors for God and God’s Kingdom... “uptacamp!”

Christian discipleship as a way of life, of living, and of love… It’s why we’re here!

The joys of fresh peas, new potatoes and a spiritual garden!

Life is all about the choices we make and the distractions that seek to keep us from those choices... but Jesus reminds us we must always “keep our hand to the plow!”

Lessons in faith, wisdom and understanding, learned as a “Cabin Boy” on the coast of Maine...

God comes to his people bringing hope and peace… though not always in the manner we expect!

A story about the “Old Man of the Mountain” and on not seeing the forest for the trees...

“After the Spirit” comes in power and in love, there’s the church... and we are the church!

Pentecost Sunday, the gift of God’s Holy Spirit, and the joy of sailing!

As one of two potential candidates to replace Judas as an Apostle, he’s of the great mystery men of the New Testament… but he also represents the need for the church — and you and I within it — to move boldly into the future!

The storms of life are very real but so is the comfort of God who is our refuge and strength!

About flying, fear and a peace that the world cannot give...

Some thoughts on all the connections —especially the spiritual one — that make us who we are!

Introduction and “And They’ll Know We Are Christians…”