Master, bless. My most precious ones, to live is to learn. I am not certain I shall be able to complete my page quota today, and that is probably a good thing. My gardening wore me out too much. It...rest will make for a more edifying book, I believe. I think I shall go for a leisurely stroll, and read Scripture by the river. It is a most pleasant day. Your devoted Logospilgrim, the quiet professo

...be loved in His mercy. Just that.  No "neh neh"... :) * * * * * * * * * ** * *  * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * I was talking to my Mom about all of this discernment, and how I was really struggling to find a sense of peace about the possibility of staying for a second year.  She gave me some incredible advice that has really calmed me down, once again...

Something of note with my FB break: In reading over my journal entry from yesterday -- through which I discovered what was bothering me, I realize that I need to take this break concept a step farther... or a meal, let me know, if you're driving through and need a place to crash for a couple nights, I have room... if you get a random phone call from me well... now I guess it wouldn't be so random

I sit here watching the events leading up to the inauguration of Barack Obama and for the last few weeks I have felt an air of trepidation. During the primary's and the general election, I felt a huge...and praise back to You. Lord, let your will be done in this nation and in this world. Lord Jesus, You alone are the savior of the world. We wait on You, O God and magnify You. We praise Your holy name

January Discernment: Sacred Path Card Spread: Past: Council Fire If you have been waffling over what to do, the Council Fire is insisting you make a decision. There can be no forward movement if you fail to decide which trail will lead out of the swamp and into the forests. It takes courage to make changes in your life and all changes must begin with a decision. Do it and don't look back. Life awaits...

For the past three years, I've done a yearly discernment ritual. It involves Sacred Path cards and Medicine Cards. I intended to do another one this year, but when New Year's Day came and went, and I hadn't done it, I realized I'd been putting it off for some reason. So, tonight, I decided that I'd do it, only things didn't go as planned. This is what happened. On the Altar, there were things that...

... My most precious ones, 'tis a peaceful morning, and I am reflecting upon 2009. I am thinking, prayer, writing, discipline. Discipline, as Papa John would tell me... A virtue that includes discernment, and therefore times of rest. I need to adhere to a more structured schedule. I have found that divine reality simplifies everything. It reveals the essence of everything. "Take my yoke upon...

...I had the opportunity to ask my international friends and several professors of mission to join me in prayer concerning Bishop Nathan's request for me to come to Uganda. I am so very blessed to have friends from all over the world. Many reminded me that when God calls, God will provide what is necessary, in God's time. I invite you to join me in praying for discernment for the next step.