One of my jobs on a Sunday, after I get back from church, is to get the fires going. Firepits are a feature of our cellar door and over winter they are a vital accompaniment to conversation, music and a glass of wine or beer. Standing around a fire, watching the...
In the bustling narratives of the Gospels, particularly the Gospel of Mark, we encounter a Jesus who is always on the move, always in a hurry. The term “immediately” or “straight away” appears with striking frequency in Mark’s account,...
In the gentle stillness of dawn, as the first light casts a soft glow over the bare canes of the vineyard, a profound sense of peace prevails. The rows of grapevines, many already pruned back to just a few buds, remind me of the resilience needed to thrive and bear...
The Beauty of Idiosyncrasies In the film “Good Will Hunting,” a poignant scene unfolds where Robin Williams’s character, Sean Maguire, shares a personal story about his late wife with Will Hunting, played by Matt Damon. This conversation becomes a...
One of my jobs on a Sunday, after I get back from church, is to get the fires going. Firepits are a feature of our cellar door and over winter they are a vital accompaniment to conversation, music and a glass of wine or beer. Standing around a fire, watching the...