It’s Published! Meet Me at Boundaries Boulevard
This month I celebrate my SECOND publication in the Christian Courier. Last year I wrote about Jesus-centered justice work. And this month we're talking about two very essential components that should be included in everyone's life: BOUNDARIES and REST. One
This, Too, Is The Work of Jesus: Where Were You?
I keep writing because it helps heal my soul. I keep writing because it is my contribution to conversations about justice and equity and peace and love. I keep writing because it is my source of refuge. I keep writing
I Wrote It … And It’s Published!
Here is an excerpt from an article I wrote for the Christian Courier. Follow this link to read the full submission. About a year ago a friend asked me, “What is the difference between doing and being?” The question stumped me
I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free …
sung by Nina Simone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=To0aHKYsEBQ I wish I knew howIt would feel to be freeI wish I could breakAll the chains holding meI wish I could sayAll the things that I should saySay 'em loud, say 'em clearFor the whole round world
Leave Room for Joy
It felt hypocritical to laugh. It felt unsettling to seek opportunities to celebrate. It made me uneasy to consider indulging in recreational activities. But yet still, it was paralyzing to live with and carry in every way the real and
Justice Centered Life
On Friday night I had trouble pulling my eyes away from the screen. As much as I know about the damages of watching and re-watching traumatic images - police engaged in altercations with citizens, cars burning, people yelling obscenities at
Bitter Sweet
The last 7 days have brought on a flurry of emotions! Just last week as we were at the gym, I remained glued to the television screen: “Ferguson Grand Jury to Announce Decision”. I vacillated between wanting to stop my
Is My Living in Vain?
On Saturday night I went to the movies to see 42. As I exited the theater I picked up my phone – 36 alerts. I switched over to text messages and saw a reply from an earlier message to a