If we want our Lenten journey to make a difference, we need to relax into the routines. We need to learn to take our actions from “days in a row” to “weeks in a row” to “months in a row” to “seasons in a row.” Here’s what I mean: If you have talked with God […]

If you want your Lenten journey to make a difference, you need to think about the journey. Set aside an hour. Turn off the connections to other people. Ask God to help you think and remember. And then read through these questions which review the journey we’ve taken. 1. Why did you decide to walk […]

In 1627, Francisco de Zurbaran painted a crucifixion. He could paint pretty fast. According to one account, he did 21 paintings in eight months. He painted mostly religious scenes. One of those paintings hung in the Monastery of San Pablo el Real. It hangs at the Art Institute of Chicago now. It is a crucifixion. […]

The Jordan River was between people of Israel and the Promised Land. I’ve told the story a dozen times or more. The priests picked up the ark. They use long poles of acacia wood threaded through rings attached to the ark. They walk toward the river. It’s rainy season. The river is overflowing the banks. […]