I'm making a change in my vocational life, and I want to share it with you.

Episode 178: What's the Worse Part?

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Just like Jason Segel's character in the movie Forgetting Sarah Marshall, we may be putting off a creative dream. What is it, and how could you begin pursuing it?

Coffeehouse Contemplative: Spiritual Direction for the Everyday

Mirrobius: A Novel

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

I recently had COVID again, and skipped a week of recording a new episode as a result. Here are all the reasons why that was a good idea.

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

My sermon at Congregational UCC in Canton on August 24, 2025.

Luke 13:10-17

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

My sermon at Dover Congregational UCC in Westlake, Ohio on August 17, 2025.

Hebrews 11:29-12:2

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

Our house flooded the other week, and we're still sorting through the aftermath. This episode tells the story, as well as identifies what can help us get through such difficult times.

Episode 180: They Bring Themselves

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

The sermon at New Vision UCC in Canton, Ohio on August 3, 2025.

Luke 10:1-11

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

How do we handle disappointment related to what we create? When only so many people engage with or purchase our work? This episode explores this question, and encourages you to keep going.

The Unintentional Interim: Ministry in Times of Transition

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

My sermon at St. Michael's UCC in Marshallville, Ohio on July 20, 2025.

Luke 10:38-42

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder

The month of July always carries a transitional feel to me. Maybe you can name other months or other times of year that carry that for you.

The Unintentional Interim: Ministry in Times of Transition

Music: "Reflections" by Wild Wonder