The Pastor stood up and said, “I’m tired of the backbiting, the gossip, and the assassination of character that goes on in this church. I’m tired of being alone, of always watching my back, and of being the target of endless criticism. I’m tired of being hated. Goodbye.” Then he stepped down from the pulpit, … Continue reading Pastor Appreciation is Great, Sort of….
Category: Lonely
Battle Weary
I'm tired of conflict with people in church, theology, politics, and social justice issues. The battles in these arenas aren't what I want to spend my time on. But I still want to help people.
A Dark College and a Cold Bench
“It’s a dreadful place,” I say to the boy. “An institution trying to maintain itself, toadying to the monied members of a stultifying religion."
Who Do We Tell?
It’s interesting what we will blurt out to strangers.
A Pin, a Bracelet…, and Community
His eyes were a haunted mix of fatigue and defiance, as well as a touch of joy, I think.
Will God Answer for His Actions?
Over my time as a minister, people whispered these questions to me, often ashamed to put them into words. I’m articulating them in hopes of engaging their thinking.
They Can’t Forget Me If They Never Knew Me
I'm not going to be attending my 35th college reunion.
Standing Apart from the Crowd
I’ve been observing crowds all my life. I’ve seen them get sad, anxious, giddy, angry, reactive, and just plain stupid. People who were generally thoughtful as individuals could lose their ability to think for themselves when influenced by a crowd.
Reactions
No one has challenged me to fisticuffs, pistols, or dueling Bibles. However, they really don’t know what to say when I tell them I'm an atheist.
Can’t We Still Be Friends?
I was hoping I could have my own thoughts, express my views, and even debate them strenuously, yet stay friends. Is that possible? I still love these people and would never reject them. In fact, I’m still here for them.
Deep Calls 