Longing to Return: Summer 2021
I still know the address. 232 Alexander Blvd in Elmhurst, Illinois. It’s the address of the first house I lived in—from the time I was…
I still know the address. 232 Alexander Blvd in Elmhurst, Illinois. It’s the address of the first house I lived in—from the time I was…
The mistake is to confuse unity with uniformity. And while the mistake is an easy one to make, even a moment’s reflection reminds us of…
In a word association game about this season, I’m going to guess “embodiment” isn’t likely to come up. I say “Advent,” you say. . . …
Months ago, we were making plans for the fall of 2020 here at St. Philip the Deacon. Those plans included, among other things, communicating news…
As I write these words, I am focused on the ways the coronavirus is impacting our ability to experience community. We can’t be with one…
My three siblings and I recently hosted a major milestone birthday party for our parents. The party was, in a very real way, a celebration…
A number of years ago, I had an incredible opportunity to visit England. I’ve always been a fan of all things British, and I loved…
You’re invited. . . When we read those words—when we receive an invitation—my hunch is that we feel overwhelmingly positive emotions. Happiness that someone thought…
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