Author: calledtobealive

For the past twenty years or more, contemplative spiritual practices have become the sure foundation of who I am and how I participate in every aspect of my life. However, […]

Children and retirees alikePeople of all agesand every stripeLong to be free to shine their light Blessed and not lacking in the gifts we needEncouraged by others to use themWe […]

My first Sunday as minister at Pioneer Presbyterian gave me much to smile about. With the power of Love one small voice can make a difference!

This New Year comes with a surprising fresh start. Today by the gracious invitation of the people at Pioneer Presbyterian Church in Warrenton, Oregon I begin service on the Clatsop […]

We’ve been called again this new yearto pick what’s life-givingand share with good cheer

What joy to see childrenfind welcome places where their sensitive heartscan thrive no matter what each faces May the dreams of the child in all of us come true,and may […]

West Seattle Husky’s Ice creamat Christmas TimeForty years after my first cone there By the grace of God joy and delight comeAlways has, always willNo matter what the years may […]

With holiness revealed in the birth of a precious childconcern for the future of Mother Earth is awakenedstirring us to earth-friendly New Year resolve

A simple display of Christmas cheerwill transform heartsall through the year

Carol and I and our companions, Mellie & Banjoinvite you to join us in celebrating the love of Godborn in a lowly stable and in every humble heart Joy to […]