Monthly Archives: September 2015

The five video clips below consist of Uncle Gottfried asking me questions about Jesus’ parables. For those who haven’t met Uncle Gottfried, he’s a regular around Rainbow. In German the name Gottfried means man of peace or God’s peace. Like … Continue reading →

Special thanks to Tanya Ortman for sharing the following reflection and blessing last Sunday at Rainbow: I grew up east of the small town of Freeman, SD. The Freeman area is home to several Mennonite churches, two of which are … Continue reading →

When I was baptized in 1995, I remember asking my dad, who was the pastor, whether I would change or somehow be different as a result of baptism. He delivered a long, thoughtful pause before saying, “I believe something happens.” … Continue reading →

Many people try to make connections between Jesus and jazz.  For example, Jay McDaniel writes that, “jazz is about about creating music that keeps listeners wondering what’s next, and finding a novel context within which to explore old truths…Relaxed yet … Continue reading →

“Catholic pt. in 405 wants communion before conversion. Please come asap.” I had only been a hospital student chaplain for a month. This was my first night on call, which meant I was the only chaplain on site in a … Continue reading →