Category Archives: thanks

hands of almost a century

Posted on August 31, 2007 by Pastor P

Yesterday I made a visit to a member of the church who turns 94 today. As I said goodbye we held hands as we always do and I spoke a prayer for her. Sitting there, I was overcome by the … Continue reading →

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Holding the prayers of others: an invitation

Posted on August 17, 2007 by Pastor P

Thank you, Jesus One of my favorite art purchases ever is this ex voto from Guatemala. I found it at my favorite gallery about 9 years ago. It’s a thank you note to God (or in this case Christ the … Continue reading →

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O Fair New Mexico

Posted on August 9, 2007 by Pastor P

Ever since I attended New Mexico Girl’s State, and especially since I moved away from New Mexico 12 years ago, when I return and take in the landscape I start to sing the state song in my head. Which is … Continue reading →

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thankful fors

Posted on July 12, 2007 by Pastor P

Each night at supper time, we say a grace that consists of each person saying what they are thankful for. I was introduced to the practice by my friend and then-roommate Jill right after seminary, and came to love it … Continue reading →

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