"I was afraid to tell you..." A few years back, a pretty close friend of mine used these words through tears when explaining why she hadn't shared a personal, meaningful story with me from her early twenties. It was soon after Roe vs. Wade had been overturned. Not understanding why she had been afraid to … Continue reading I Was Afraid to Tell You…Because You’re a Christian
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Radiant: 2025 Word of the Year Reflection
I have been watching a Lifetime Television movie this morning and the main character in it reminds me of you so much. Bubbly, happy, everyone's friend. You are an awesome role model for others. A lot of people could use your magic. This is a message I received in the last couple days from someone … Continue reading Radiant: 2025 Word of the Year Reflection
Where Is God?
Opening our eyes first thing in the morning and closing them as we slip into dreams Drinking our morning coffee in the quiet and rushing hurriedly out the door Walking in our neighborhood and driving to work Hiking among the trees and sitting in bumper to bumper traffic Escaping to your favorite place and in … Continue reading Where Is God?
Moving From Fear to Faith
This blog entry is a keynote I was grateful to be invited to give at a Catholic school foundation gala. 37 years ago I was huddled in a car with my little sister terrified because of what was happening in my home and praying God would keep my mom alive. My parents divorced but the … Continue reading Moving From Fear to Faith
Lessons from Grandpa about Life and Leadership
Sharing this reflection in memory of my generous, strong, God-fearing grandpa who joined our Heavenly Father on September 20, 2025. There are some life and leadership lessons Grandpa imparted that stand out. Always keep your hope for people, especially the ones you love. Don't overcomplicate things. Love and serve well. Never stop striving after Jesus. … Continue reading Lessons from Grandpa about Life and Leadership
Our Immaturity is Showing
In light of recent events that are perpetuating division, I am pondering some questions: Why are my friends who identify as pro-life saying it's OK to degrade and dehumanize people who do not share the same values they do? Why are my friends who say they are advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion othering people … Continue reading Our Immaturity is Showing
Can We Talk About Church?
What is church? Why is it important? What do we expect of church? What can church expect of us? What does church look and feel like at its best, rooted in Jesus's original intent? What needs to change in me to allow that vision to be possible? I've been rolling these questions around with God, … Continue reading Can We Talk About Church?
Trust in the Waiting
It's Holy Saturday. A day of silence and darkness. Lucky for us, we know that the light is coming. But what about the disciples and followers of Jesus? Many of them thought that when Jesus was crucified on the cross, the story was over. They thought He must not have been the Savior and King … Continue reading Trust in the Waiting
Upside Down and Backwards
Today is Palm Sunday. The day that Jesus accepted death. He knew that going to Jersualem meant the beginning of the end. He surrendered his will and chose to ride in on a donkey, signaling for all that humility and sacrifice are the ultimate leadership traits. Jesus portrayed an upside down and backward way of … Continue reading Upside Down and Backwards
Peace Begins with Me
We all want it, but we don't choose it. We believe something needs to change before we can have it. Deep down, many of us think we don't deserve it...we haven't done enough to earn it. The path to peace is in front of us all, right there, but there is so much trying to … Continue reading Peace Begins with Me
Grit, Gratitude, and Grace 