The Things That Make Her Cry

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I’ve always believed that the things that make us angry, make us laugh or make us cry say a lot about our character. This is our youngest daughter, Sara Ann. Injustice makes her angry. Puppies, small children and her mom’s senior moments make her laugh. Poverty and homelessness make her cry. She gave this talk [...]

Memphis Connect: Help Haiti

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I just posted this on Memphis Connect: The The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) has mobilized global relief efforts in Haiti. UMCOR been recognized by Charity Navigator as a four-star organization. From their Web site: UMCOR honors cultural differences. We deliver aid to people without regard to race, religion, politics, or gender. We seek [...]

If We Have Not Love …

I don’t usually write posts like this, and I’ll probably make some people mad, but … here goes. These words of love and compassion from Shane Claiborne still ring in my ears as I grieve over the tragedy in Haiti. “God intends for the church to be the hands and feet of Jesus in today’s [...]

Memphis Connect: Shane Claiborne Inspires and Encourages

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Shane Claiborne doesn’t look — or live — like an average preacher. This author, Christian activist and sought-after speaker wears no tie, not even a blazer and jeans, but casual, comfortable clothes and has dreadlocks that hang past his shoulders. Raised in east Tennessee, he now lives and serves among the homeless in inner-city Philadelphia [...]

Memphis Connect: New Church Will Bring Grace, Renewal and Love to Memphis

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I just added a new post to Memphis Connect, Faith & Spirituality section. Imagine a circle of friends who are more like a supportive family. You share meals, encourage one another, struggle together through tough times and work creatively as a group to renew the city and bring justice to the poor and oppressed. Read [...]