You’re looking right at it, and you can’t see it. It happens in the kitchen when you’re searching for the mustard. Your spouse says, “It’s right there.” You stare at the refrigerator shelf, scanning back and forth. Nothing. They reach past you and pull it out—right in front of your face the whole time. How […]
Tonight, millions of people will watch Super Bowl 60. The Patriots and the Seahawks will face off for the second time on this stage—a rematch eleven years in the making. At some point a quarterback will drop back, read the defense, and throw the ball to a spot before his receiver gets there. He’ll trust […]
There’s a particular kind of question that only surfaces after dark. During the day, you’re busy. Distracted. Managing the image you present to the world. But somewhere around 2 AM, when sleep won’t come and the house is quiet, the questions you’ve been outrunning finally catch up. Is this really what I believe, or just […]
A few weeks ago, we were invited in staff chapel to reflect on the cross with a small group of fellow staff. I enjoy being in conversation with those with whom I work about theology. I don’t always take the time that I need in reflection with my colleagues, so I was particularly blessed by […]
The final quote from Bishop Jones for this week is striking in its simplicity and profundity. United Methodist clergy live in their conference. I have heard this many times from Bishop Jones and each time he makes sure that the audience takes time to let it sink in. It has implications for ministry, relationships with […]
Email Received: I am writing because I have a few questions I need help with. I am recently divorced. It seems my wife didn’t understand that you are not supposed to date other people when you are married. We tried to work it out the first time 3 years ago, but the second time she […]
Rev. Andrew Conard 