As a minister working within the context of a local congregation, what guidelines do you use when approached by individuals, couples, or families needing counseling? On a regular… read more

Care for “the least of these.” Who are “the least of these”? Racism, classism, genderism, and other “isms” intrude on all people’s lives, … read more

“The church will be here for you whether he lives or dies.” Those words, delivered quietly with kindness and compassion from my first pastor, were the life-saving… read more

My friend Omar taught me the power of last memories—and the necessity of choosing a good one. Omar and I had fought many a battle together while serving in campus ministry… read more

I love Monday night dinner. My daughter, her husband, and our grandson join us. Three or four close friends come too. We share a meal, and more. We catch up. How did Tom’s… read more

Why do you get up in the morning? I thought it might be important to paint a backdrop for the topics and concerns I write about on Ministry Matters. This is the first of a three… read more