Beginning again sounds hopeful — until it’s our turn to take the step. That’s when fear shows up. Not always loud and dramatic, but quiet and persuasive. It whispers questions we struggle to answer: What if this doesn’t work? What if I fail again? What if I step forward and nothing is there to hold …
Broken Hallelujahs: A Thanksgiving Reflection
The holidays often invite us to paint a picture-perfect moment—as if we are all supposed to arrive at the table glowing with joy, free from grief, and carrying nothing but gratitude. And while we do have much to be thankful for, many of us also come to this season with a quiet ache, a longing, …
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A Beautiful Life
Walking the Way: The Invitation to a Beautiful Life ⸻ “Preach the Gospel at all times, and if necessary, use words.” (St. Francis of Assisi) For most of my life, I’ve stood behind a pulpit—proclaiming the gospel, week after week. But these days, I find myself more convinced than ever that the most powerful sermons …
Why We Travel
We often travel to see the sights—the mountains, the museums, the new cities that promise adventure and new experiences. And there’s absolute joy in that. But I’ve discovered something more profound. Recently, my wife and our youngest grandson traveled to visit our middle grandson, who is serving in the Marines. He is stationed at Camp …
The Sacred Art of Starting Again
There comes a moment in many lives when the old way no longer fits. Something has shifted—quietly or suddenly—and we sense that the life we’ve been living can’t quite hold who we are becoming. Life is not a straight line. It moves in seasons, rises and falls, beginnings and endings. And woven through it all …
Begin Again
Begin Again – An Invitation to Reinvent Your Life in Any Season There comes a moment in every life when we hear a quiet invitation: It’s time to begin again. Sometimes it arrives after a loss. Sometimes in the middle of a transition. And sometimes, it whispers from within—a longing not just for change, but …
Transformational Leadership
Leadership isn’t just about position—it’s about presence. It’s not simply about making decisions, but about making a difference. Transformational Leadership is where purpose, integrity, and inspiration meet to create lasting impact—in organizations, communities, and the inner life of the leader. This space is dedicated to those who believe leadership is a calling, not a title. …
Walking the Way-Notes on the Adventures and Misadventures Along the Way
This blog page is dedicated to exploring the highs and lows of the spiritual journey. We are on a transformative pilgrimage as we navigate the winding paths, unexpected detours, and deep questions of faith. Our aim is to delve deep into what it means to walk the way of Jesus, sharing personal reflections, insights from …
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Embracing the Broad Places
Last week, traveling across the country with my grandson, I was inspired by the large, open spaces of the American West. From the prairies of West Texas to the mountain ranges rising from desert sands, and finally to the Pacific Ocean, the land seemed to speak. It called to me: Live large. Breathe deep. Step …
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