Category Archives: Minister’s Word

So what happens after the benediction? I’ve been fortunate to have become friends with John Bell over the years.  John is a Church of Scotland minister, musician, and dedicated member of the Iona Community.  I love John’s passion for worship … Continue reading →

I realize that Christmas music and shopping have been in full effect for days now (weeks?), but this time before Christmas has always had deeper purposes for the church.  Historically and liturgically, this has always been a rich season for … Continue reading →

I happened upon this prayer while doing some sermon prep a few weeks ago.  May it bless you as it has me.    Deb Fresh as each morning you come to us, Crafter of manna. Your grace rests gently upon us, … Continue reading →

Something Worth Dying For “Please, please tell me it’s true.  True love is always worth dying for.  Please tell me I’m worth dying for. Please tell me someone loves me this much and won’t let me go, even if the … Continue reading →

Both of my parents grew up on farms.  I’m a grandson of farmers.  Sadly, this reality somehow ended sometime between their childhood in northwest Wisconsin and by birth in Boston, Massachusetts.  In other words, my agricultural knowledge is lacking.  My … Continue reading →

As I write this my family is busy planning a wedding and a memorial service. Our daughter, Becky, will be married on September 9 at 3; 00 PM at Trinity (You are all invited to join us.), John’s mom’s memorial … Continue reading →

From the Pastor our vision is for all of life to experience God’s reconciling love >September 11 is Homecoming Sunday which is our official beginning to the program year.  I pray that the summer rhythms of rest, camping, cottaging and … Continue reading →