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Good Friday (Holy Week 2025)

Did you have a good Good Friday? You know who didn’t? Jesus Christ of Nazareth. The day of the crucifixion was not good for him, though it did work out for the good of us. Usually, I observe Good Friday by attending at least one church service. I sing some of my favorite hymns, andContinue reading “Good Friday (Holy Week 2025)”

Maundy Thursday (Holy Week Part IV)

For me, this is the hardest day to unpack. So much happened in such a short time period. I’m guessing Jesus rested on Wednesday because he knew he would need the energy for Thursday. On this day, we get Jesus washing his disciples feet, the keeping of the Passover/The Lord’s Supper, the disciples arguing aboutContinue reading “Maundy Thursday (Holy Week Part IV)”

Spy/Silent Wednesday (Holy Week 2025 Part III)

The Bible isn’t specific about what Jesus was doing on the Wednesday before the crucifixion. That’s why some denominations call it Silent Wednesday. Others call it Spy Wednesday, as that is the day Judas Iscariot accepted an offer to betray his rabbi for 30 pieces of silver. (Matthew 26:15) I’m just going to jump rightContinue reading “Spy/Silent Wednesday (Holy Week 2025 Part III)”

Teaching Tuesday (Holy Week Part II)

Jesús spent the the day on parables and prophecies. He taught on every taboo topic he could think of. If Sunday was about Jesus and Empire Monday was about Jesus and Economics Tuesday is about Jesus and Education. I do not necessarily believe that knowledge is power, but I do think that it is aContinue reading “Teaching Tuesday (Holy Week Part II)”

Same Old Story: Holy Week 2025 (Part 1)

I desperately need Resurrection Power this week (and every week, to be honest) but especially after the absolute worst week of my life. So on Sunday Morning, I sat in one of the back pews of a church I don’t normally frequent, hollered out “Hosanna”, and cried my little eyes out. Then I went toContinue reading “Same Old Story: Holy Week 2025 (Part 1)”

Women and Missions

On this last day of Women’s History Month 2025, I wore a shirt that says Black Women Matter…because some of y’all need a reminder…and also because it’s one of my favorite sweatshirts. It’s big and comfy, and I have a pair of shoes that perfectly match. Anyway, with all that is going on in theContinue reading “Women and Missions”

2025 Lent

It’s the first day of the Lenten season. Christians all over the world are giving up their vices for a period of about 6 weeks, as we prepare for Easter, the highest of our holidays. The entire faith is built on the idea of the resurrection, so it makes sense for us to consecrate ourselvesContinue reading “2025 Lent”

Thoughts and Prayers

We barely have a week under our belts in 2025, and of course the world is already going crazy. Here in America, we have the dance of fire and ice. While California battles devastating wild fires, much of the rest of the country is battling dangerous snow and cold. It’s even snowing down south. No,Continue reading “Thoughts and Prayers”

My America

Tonight, my youngest child had her vocal music concert. It was a spectacular display of Americana. The kids were all decked out in red, white and blue, as they sang familiar patriotic tunes and rhythmically waved flags to familiar tunes. I smiled as the kids sang about the purple mountain majesties and amber waves ofContinue reading “My America”

Appreciation Post

It’s clergy appreciation month. While I haven’t been sitting under a pastor for quite some time, I still appreciate the men and women of God who have spoken over my life, and those who have walked with my family through the tough times, and celebrated with us in times of joy. I am hard onContinue reading “Appreciation Post”