Category Archives: Live

“Naked I came forth from my mother’s womb, and naked shall I go back again.” Job 1:21 Over the last few months there has been an on-going battle with regards to women’s health, contraception and abortion.  Each side has staked … Continue reading →

“I give you a new commandment love one another. As I have loved you, so you also should love one another” –   John 13:34 We live during challenging time full of changes, conflict and transitions.    As people of faith and … Continue reading →

Today, my wife Ann and I were sitting on the patio eating our lunch.  Our weather has been beautiful the last few days with temperatures in the 90’s and generally clear blue skies.   Summer has finally arrived.  Thankfully we have … Continue reading →

‘To each is given a manifestation of the Spirit for common good.’  1 Corinthians 12:7 Last Tuesday, the 12 to the 7th power campaign was launched.  As I have prayed, talked and invited others, God has helped me to see … Continue reading →

I generally go for a walk during my lunch break.   The walk takes me past one of Portland’s high schools, an exclusive private athletic club, and our professional soccer team’s stadium. A few weeks ago, I was finishing my walk … Continue reading →

Who? By us the young man runs. Startled, we wonder why? He crosses the street against the light, Not looking left or right. Down the embankment the young man runs. Again, we wonder why? He disappears into the bushes to … Continue reading →

You are my pastor, gracious hosts, friends and uncle.  When you were first ordained, you were called by Jesus to ‘feed my lambs’ and ‘tend my sheep’ just as Simon Peter was called to do.  When they had finished breakfast, … Continue reading →