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  • My Father’s Face

    My youngest son competed in a golf tournament this past weekend.  It was sponsored by C.S.L. Behring in Phoenix, Arizona.  They did a wonderful job hosting the event dedicated to the bleeding disorders community.  Kids of all ages were invited… Continue reading

  • Pictures that Are Works of Art

    As a pastor, I am privileged to speak with families as they face very important decisions regarding medical care and end of life issues.  These are some of the most sacred times in which I am honored to share with… Continue reading

  • Prayer

    This past week we began our stewardship season with a focus on prayer.  I was grateful to focus on this important part of my faith journey, as it reminded me of a very sacred moment when my oldest boy was… Continue reading

  • Moving Across Party Lines

    One of my greatest joys as I continue my journey of faith is to recognize and learn from other religious practices.  I was raised in a tradition that did not encourage learning about the important components of other cultures and… Continue reading

  • Doesn’t Feel Good to be Marginalized Does It?

    Let me say first and foremost, this is not a political blog.  I am not attempting to sway anyone to vote a certain way regarding my own thoughts and reflections concerning faith and how one expresses faith.  Okay, now that… Continue reading

  • My Wonderful Coat of Many Colors

         A parishioner made this coat for me.  I put this amazing robe on, proudly wearing my many colors. I thought back to the years when I couldn’t have dreamed of putting this on for fear of being ridiculed.… Continue reading

  • Oy What a Day!

    Yesterday was one of those crazy days that seemed to go on forever.  The thought of sitting still and writing down a thought or idea was just not in the cards.  I was experiencing anxiety like I had never experienced… Continue reading

  • Celebrating a Victory

    This past week I submitted my final project for a class that I took in June. The professore-mailed me confirming that my work was fine and sufficient enough to fulfill the requirements of the course. Yeah me. Three classes down,… Continue reading

  • Connected

    This past week was fast and furious. My wife, my youngest son, and I had a great time in Dallas. We all attended the National Hemophilia Conference, each of us with your own agendas. Cazandra and her wonderful team at… Continue reading

  • On the Road Again

    Yesterday my youngest son, my wife, and I packed the car and headed to Dallas. We will be there attending the National Hemophilia Foundation’s annual conference. I am looking forward to seeing old friends and learning information that could prove… Continue reading