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Taylor and Travis
Whatever you think over the hoopla ofTaylor and Travis marriage, they gave 26 million to the various charities, and I think that’s real cool. Unlike our President who made billions in cryptocurrencies and selling Trump endorsed products while on the people’s dime, I wonder if he will making charitable donations. Continue reading
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Exploring the Connection: Understanding Self and Society in Our Lives
In our journey through life, the relationship between self and society shapes who we are and how we navigate the world around us. Each of us carries a unique identity, yet we exist within a tapestry of collective experiences. This dynamic is not merely an abstract idea; it’s the foundation of our interactions and relationships.… Continue reading
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Strength Comes in Different Forms (Senior Warden’s Corner July 2026)
(I was not involved with so many active and retired military members until we moved down to Hampton, Virginia. One of the parishioners of our Church told me that most Americans are not aware of all the humanitarian missions our military performs. I was so moved that I created a text and video celebrating these… Continue reading
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Everyone is Welcome, No Exceptions!
The Episcopal Church is very open and inviting to the LGBTQ+ Community. Peter said, ” Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers a multitude of sins” – 1 Peter 4:8 I think that says it all. “Everyone is welcome, no exceptions!” Continue reading
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Center Towards Self Reliance: Practical Steps for Spiritual Growth
Centering towards self-reliance is a vital step in our spiritual growth journey. It invites us to cultivate personal agency and responsibility, empowering us to explore our unique spiritual paths. When we lean into self-reliance, we foster deeper connections with our spirituality, moving beyond the confines of external guidance. Imagine standing at a crossroads, feeling the… Continue reading
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Exploring Points of Personal Privilege: A Path to Self-Awareness
Understanding points of personal privilege can be a profound journey into self-awareness. It invites us to examine how our backgrounds, experiences, and circumstances shape our beliefs and interactions. This exploration is not just an academic exercise; it serves as a crucial step in our spiritual growth and moral development. As we delve into our own… Continue reading
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When I survey the Wondrous Cross
Were the whole realm of nature mine,That were a present far too small;Love so amazing, so divine,Demands my soul, my life, my all. Continue reading
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Content of Character
Senior Warden’s Corner, April 2026 NewsletterEmmanuel Episcopal Church When I was a business high school teacher, I hung up a poster in my computer room. The poster had nothing to do with computers, nor business. It contained a graphic of Martin Luther King Junior with his quote, “I look to a day when people will… Continue reading
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Are Movies Too Violent?
Yesterday, my wife and I went to see “One Battle after the Other.” AMC shows about 20 minutes of coming attractions. More than half of the trailers dealt with movies with horrific murders showing blood and gore. The intense level was 10+. I felt like Malcolm Macdowell in “A Clockwork Orange” who is forced to… Continue reading
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Empathy vs. Sympathy
The month of September has seen many deaths, one being Charlie Kirk, an American right-wing political activist, entrepreneur, and media personality who co-founded the conservative organization Turning Point. I liked Charlie Kirk, even though I did not agree with all his views. However, Kirk went head-on with his opponents, not shying away, and tried to… Continue reading
Going My Way. Today 