I’ll Fly Away

I have ADD. This inevitably creates both comedic and frustrating situations for the people I’m in community with (I truly pity my wife). Yet, it’s also the same reality which frees my particular gifts to shine. My mind is always going, so I end up visualizing unusual ways to connect with the world around me….

Meetings

The phenomenon called “monthly meetings” has always fascinated me. Perhaps they make sense in a professional organization, but I can’t think of a worse model for a volunteer organization (such as a Church). I’d much rather do away with meetings and replace them with continuous on-line conversations – centered around specific tasks.

Religion

I enjoy football, I really do (I’m not, however, pleased in the least with my hometown franchise). The religious devotion shown to football, however, troubles me.

Getting Away

This comic is based on an actual exchange I heard during a church meeting while I was in Seminary. It gave me a headache.

Having Fun

This afternoon I sat on our swing and read Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. With the cool air and low humidity it was wonderfully peaceful. I hope you all have equally refreshing weekends.

Introductions

Many Christians have taken up the notion that they aren’t “religious.” I’ve never really gotten the concept. I’m religious, my friends and neighbors understand this about me and that it deeply impacts the way I live and act. Call me crazy*, but I think this is a good thing. *I know some folks will call…