When theory and reality intersect, sometimes not much happens. At least that is my experience. I think about this a lot.I have been a follower of Christ for the past 28 years. I have lived in the same town for the past 27 years. And I can count on one hand the times that where … Continue reading My Town, Samaria, Jesus, and Me

They are 68 strong, they hail from a small northern Mid-Western college, and they are (save for two members) all very white.But they can sing like you are standing at the Gates of Heaven. I swear it.I first heard of the St.Olaf College Choir in December, when I saw their Christmas concert on PBS. And … Continue reading St. Olaf Choir – Remarkable Music

His name was George. He never missed a church committee meeting, or a potluck dinner, his weekly Sunday school class, or anything at church, for that matter. Nothing. He was there for everything. Part of the landscape. A fixture. It had been that way for years.But to me, George was much more than just a … Continue reading George

This is what beautiful sounds like.

Brian McClaren has a new book, which I have just finished reading. I have been interested in the things Mr. McClaren has had to offer over the last several years. While I am aware he has a number of both critics and admirers, I really wanted to see what was on his mind in this … Continue reading Everything Must Change – Book Review

Since what is in George Will's mind is far more interesting than what is typically inside my head, I will give you some highlights from a recent speech by Mr. Will:I write about politics to support my baseball habit.If the Democrats can’t win the presidency this year, they have to get out of politics.2008 is … Continue reading George Will – One of My Favorites

I have two daughters. This is very important to me. Watch it.Then, go read this book. Its a very important book you really must read, if you are raising girls.

What things would you do....if you knew you only had months to live? And, would your station in life dictate what you could or would do? Would you wonder about yourself, your journey through life, and about what it is all about? Would you wonder about God? Would you make things right with those whom … Continue reading The Bucket List – Go See This Movie!

Today's LA Times has an interesting, fair, and thoughtful article on The New Monastics. I found this article interesting and refreshing, having known this form of faith expression for a number of years, both through my church and the urban ministries it has birthed, and in the larger community of Los Angeles.Thankfully, the writer was … Continue reading Shallow Christians & The New Monastics

After a painful basketball loss to USC earlier this week, I need something to cheer myself up.I got it, and in short order. It seems that Norm Chow, the former offensive coordinator at USC, and the artist behind a number of great Heisman Trophy winners, is going to become the new offense coach at UCLA!Can … Continue reading Bruin Good News