Author: calledtobealive

Earth Day is Coming Soon! Mindful of our call to care for one another and for each of us to do our part as good stewards for the sake of […]

Wednesday is often practice day for our group Strong in Song. Together we rejoice in the marvelous way music unites our one small voice with others in God’s larger song […]

On this day in 1862, President Lincoln signed an act abolishing slavery in the District of Columbia, an important step in the long road toward full emancipation and enfranchisement for […]

April is National Poetry Month On this Tax Day, as I imagine myself contributing to the health and wellness of my county, the global community, and Mother Earth, I long […]

April is National Poetry Month Saturdays are often my sabbath because I usually work on Sundays. During the other six days of the week, it’s easy to get caught up […]

April is National Poetry Month Today is my sermon writing day.Over the years this task has often felt daunting-Choosing between 1,000 and 1,500 words to preach in response to sacred […]

April is National Poetry Month Heading out to see my cardiologist this morning brings to mind a poem in Called to Be Alive! Good Heart TonesWith stethoscope pressed gently on […]

April is National Poetry MonthI am reading Wendell Berry’s little book of poemscalled The Peace of Wild Things. Poetry, like no other form of art, has a way of compelling […]

Practicing meditation again today,and how lovely the song in the breath,bringing Life with the change of season

“Koa Bear” and I instantly bonded when he arrived late yesterday afternoon. The koa wood baritone ukulele will be helping me lead worship this Sunday. Our church group Strong in […]