On Belonging: How Adoption Is Like a Sacrament
Every instance of belonging is a mystery. People assume birth into a family secures belonging. We believe birth within a country’s border makes you a…
Sacraments
A Fresh Take on Obedience
Anyone who has planned a wedding knows that the process involves making many decisions. Indoor or outdoor reception? White or colored linens? DJ or band?…
The Season of Engagement: Building a Foundation of Faith for Your Marriage
On March 28, 2016, as we walked along a secluded hiking trail (like we did on our very first date), my best friend, Jesse, got…
How ‘The Lion King’ Can Remind Us of Our Baptism
Growing up, “The Lion King” was definitely one of my favorite Disney movies. As a kid, and as an adult, something about the animal kingdom,…
