How is Church? (poem)
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A brief poetic reflection on church
Read MoreA poem for Grandpa
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I often ask my clients who it was that delighted in them when they grew up. To feel ‘enjoyed’ by an adult is one of the more important elements of childhood, and one of the worst things we can experience if neglected. Fortunately, my grandpa was one of them for me. He passed away in early August of 2025 and I wrote this poem for him, which we read at his funeral. If you’ve lost a grandpa who delighted in you, I hope this can bring you some solace.
Read MoreHe Say's, Nature Replies (A reflective poem)
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This poem is a reflection on the Men’s Mountain Adventure in the summer of 2025. It focuses on the fears and thoughts of men on the trip and how nature responded to us through experiences with wildlife, falling stones, rushing waters, and quiet evenings.
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Glacial Moving's - A poem for Eugene
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A reflection on the gift and graces given through Eugene Peterson. A poem of thanks in his honor.
Read MoreBrennan Manning - 4.34 - 4.13
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A poem written after the passing of my spiritual brother, mentor and father, Brennan Manning in April 2013.
Read MorePoem: Afternoon at Hidden Lake - Invitation to Sobriety
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A poem written at Hidden Lake in Glacier National Park, August 23, 2013, the hour I was (once again) invited into sobriety.
Read MorePoem: To be loved, To be known
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A poem considering what it is to be known or unknown, loved or unloved.
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