Binding up Wounds
I am no medical professional, but I know that sometimes the wound has to be healed from deep within itself, and sometimes making the wound larger to heal it is necessary.
Peter Preble
Faith • Grief • History • Hope
Peter Preble
Faith • Grief • History • Hope
Tag Donald Trump
Forgiveness Requires Repentance
If we do not hold those responsible accountable and if we do not seek to find the answers to the root of the problem, then all we do is kick the can further down the road to the next generation.
Sermon: Defining Moments
We need healing in the country, more so now than ever before, but healing can only begin once justice has been accomplished.
Reflection on the Election
I have to repent for the part I have played in the division that exists in this Country and do penance for that part I have played.
Where has civility gone?
"But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be children of your Father in heaven."
Mitt Romney’s “Oath before God”
As a Senator-juror, I swore an oath, before God, to exercise "impartial justice."
Presidential Proclamation on Thanksgiving Day, 2018
Presidential Proclamation on Thanksgiving Day, 2018 Issued on: November 20, 2018 On Thanksgiving Day, we recall the courageous and inspiring journey of the Pilgrims who, nearly four centuries ago, ventured across the vast ocean to flee religious persecution and establish a…
Elizabeth Warren and the DNA Test
In my life, I have seen politicians do some pretty stupid things but Elizabeth Warren releasing her DNA test has to make my top 10 list of all-time most ridiculous things. I am not sure who advised her to…
UCC leaders saddened, angered by DACA elimination
September 05, 2017 Written by Connie Larkman The leaders of the United Church of Christ will continue to stand with and speak out on behalf of more than 800,000 young people in this country who have applied for and received protection…
To my friends and family who support Donald Trump
It has taken me a long time to write these words to you. You have been taking a lot of heat these last few months, and for that, I am truly sorry. I also want you to know,…