The chancel in my church sanctuary is extremely vertical— soaring to a cathedral pitch more than 40 feet in the air. Over the altar hangs a cross, ostensibly suspended, but actually held in place by wire. Above that cross are 15 recessed eyeball lights that brighten the crest. Below them, two lights shine directly on… Continue reading Bringing the Light
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Gifts from the Universe
Sometimes the universe makes me laugh. On an early morning recently, I was rushing out the door, my head swarming with the to-do list that awaited me at the office. Because work has been particularly stressful lately, my shoulders feel constantly bent from worry. I stepped into the sun and chastised myself that my flowers… Continue reading Gifts from the Universe
The Morning After
For the first time in many years, there is a forecast of sunny skies and warm temperatures on Easter. That means we won’t need to don heavy coats over cheerful attire, casting the coats aside only long enough to snap photographs in which we pretend not to be cold. Although I’m thrilled about the weather… Continue reading The Morning After
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