DO WE KNOW At a time when the landscape of our world feels more like late fall, with barren branches that seem to speak of death more than life, we can't ignore the spring blossoms that keep pushing their way toward us. We might feel that they don't understand...

Like many people, I take solace from the ocean during difficult times in life. Perhaps because of that, I’ve always loved the scripture line, “We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm, and secure.” I’ve thought of it frequently...

Be a lamp, or a lifeboat, or a ladder.  - Rumi Certain times in life call for all of us — no matter our circumstances — to extend ourselves on behalf of our fellow human beings.  I believe that now,...