Today at the pool two people asked if Edward gives hugs. The first was a friend who's 101 year-old grandmother had just died. This guy is very passionate, and the kind of person for whom a 101 year-old's death would be a great tragedy. After a short conversation about his loss he asked if Edward gives hugs. Immediately Edward moved in and embraced him. Then my friend turned and gave me a hug as well—two guys in winter coats hugging at the front desk of the pool. I can do that

My Dad with his Dad Here's a link to an article I wrote for Christian Courier —about what feels like an existential struggle to leave the CRC church.

WHEN all-star catcher Alejandro Kirk hit his grand slam in the 2025 season-ending game yesterday, propelling his team toward an eventual AL East title, Toronto Blue Jays fans felt a very familiar glory—an echo of the euphoria of Joe Carter’s 1993 World Series winning homer and a re-living of the ecstasy that came with Jose Bautista’s 2015 three-run blast.     As a faith leader, I’ve always been intrigued by the vicarious power of these moments. I wonder if the glory that we f

In a previous post I referenced a panic filled night I endured 7 weeks ago. The night ended with a very hopeful response from God that...