Tag Archives: life

Come on! We can do better!

Posted on June 18, 2018 by isplainasjane

As I have gotten older I have learned, sometimes in painful ways, that the structure should support the mission, not the other way around. And, as I understand it, the laws of our country are there to benefit and support … Continue reading →

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wising up

Posted on October 10, 2017 by isplainasjane

There are three things I would tell my younger self. Besides relax, relax, relax. Three things that would have saved me much angst when I was younger if I had known, and embraced them. The first is, it is not … Continue reading →

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perspective in pink 

Posted on June 8, 2017 by isplainasjane

I’m sitting in a Catholic chapel tucked back on a busy street. I pass it every day, but today I sit in it’s embrace. It’s beautiful, crisp and clean with white, purple, pink, and gold.  It looks like Kate Spade … Continue reading →

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thursday theology

Posted on September 22, 2016 by isplainasjane

Just finished the second meeting of a new book/scripture study I’m lucky enough to be hosting in my home this fall. I had been praying about what I might do to offer something in ministry and connection when I came … Continue reading →

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in the midst of it all

Posted on March 24, 2016 by isplainasjane

It has been two years since I have served a church in a full time capacity as pastor. Two years since any official duties at Easter. A lot has changed for me in the last two years. A lot is … Continue reading →

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a seeing matter

Posted on October 25, 2015 by isplainasjane

“I see!” said the blind man who picked up his hammer and saw. Remember that silly saying? For some reason it just popped in my mind. There is a story in the Bible about a blind man who came to … Continue reading →

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the forming of sand

Posted on October 1, 2015 by isplainasjane

Sandcastles…I marvel whenever I see one. I’m inspired by their creators. It takes an open mind, and more significantly, an open heart to create a sandcastle. An appreciation of the world of possibility. It takes imagination to create a sandcastle. … Continue reading →

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sparks

Posted on February 19, 2015 by isplainasjane

This past Sunday evening I had the opportunity to preach again at the Episcopal church (that I have shared about previously). It was a good worship experience. Whenever I have the opportunity to preach the worship begins the first time … Continue reading →

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mismatched in heaven

Posted on December 11, 2014 by isplainasjane

This past Sunday evening I went to my first Sunday worship service, in a church, in over seven months. I realize that should be shameful for a pastor to admit but, if you’ve read any of my other recent posts … Continue reading →

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celebrate it all

Posted on July 24, 2014 by isplainasjane

Last week I “celebrated” my third year of ordination as a Minister of Word and Sacrament in the Presbyterian Church, USA. Last Thursday, July 17th, to be exact. This anniversary day was kind of weird for me, honestly. I remembered … Continue reading →

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