St. Nicholas' legacy of generosity is important this time of year, as we learn to think about the gifts we give rather than the ones we receive.
a night of blessing
The night of blessing is the antithesis of a bachelor party. It is an opportunity to welcome a young man into a community of men who take the responsibility and blessings of marriage seriously.
back to the garden
We joke about our spouse’s weaknesses, sometimes in front of other people. We get tense about certain subjects and short about certain behaviors. Before long we have lists of things we are afraid to bring up or are unwilling to let go
a hunger for righteousness in an age of injustice
The problem, as always, is the human heart. It might be the human heart of a politician or preacher, of course. But it is also the heart of the young person who blends apathy with advocacy so effortlessly.
habits of humiliation
I’m about the habits of humiliation that the student leaders are learning. They’ve turned gifts into obligations, and generosity into duty. I’d hate these people to be running my country. Or my church.
the daysman 