Just Like The Movies: The Many Stories of Nicholas, Bishop of Myra
One of the other wonderful things about having so many ways to tell a story is that we can think creatively about how to share them in our own families and communities.
saints
She’s no “cut them a check” philanthropist
The Spirit of defiance of the social order continued amongst a number of wealthy, and often noble, women of the Middle Ages.
Martin of Tours
In 371, Martin was elected bishop of Tours. When an officer of the Imperial Guard arrived with a number of prisoners who were to be tortured and executed the next day, Martin intervened and secured their release.
Does Suffering Make you Stronger?
Often it is in the midst of the suffering that mystics see their greatest visions.
Love and serve…anyway.
On Friday mornings, on the corner of Pleasant and Union Streets in the heart of Brunswick, Maine, Nancy stands next to a picnic table the children of our congregation painted in vibrant colors.
Saint Aidan: The Strength of Gentleness
At The Episcopal Academy we make every intention to inspire our students to care across differences.
Bartholomew: Worth a Mention
When I was a child growing up in Philadelphia, I respected a man who lived across the street from me named Mr. Weaver.
Following Jonathan Daniels’ Through Pilgrimage
Growing up when and where I did, racism wasn’t something that was necessarily talked about.
Florence Nightingale: The Challenge of the Lady with the Lamp
Florence both challenges and inspires me. This week I’m reflecting specifically on what her life means for me when it comes to raising my own children.
