Below is an imaginary conversation between two people: one who represents my beliefs about abortion in America today, and one who represents beliefs I held fifteen years ago. …

I spent most of my life as a registered Republican. Despite having recently left the party, I respect conservatism and its place in the American experiment. That’s why I want to explain my absolute conviction that no American, especially not conservatives, should vote for Donald Trump. Not only is Donald…

Rethinking scripture’s violent portrayals of God — Note: My views on religion and philosophy have changed since I wrote this essay. Rather than rewrite or remove it, I am going to leave it up in case someone who is dealing with these questions finds it helpful. If you join me for a church service on July twelfth…

In August of 2009 I wrote a blog post about my belief that same-sex marriage would be legalized throughout the U.S. in my lifetime. At the time, the practice was legal in only 5 states. Today it is legal in 37, and I am confident that the Supreme Court will…

A voyage from faith to science and back again — Note: My views on religion and philosophy have changed since I wrote this essay. Rather than rewrite or remove it, I am going to leave it up in case someone who is dealing with these questions finds it helpful. This is very interesting. It’s a very soft surface, but here…

I had just finished playing the postlude for my church’s morning service when Katie approached me and stared at the piano. I am not sure how old Katie is. She is somewhere between talking and the first grade. I hope that helps. Trying to be as helpful as possible, I…

The local blogosphere I read has recently included some insightful and beautiful essays on the triumph and tragedy of a simple act that is too often overlooked: the haircut. Interestingly, these essays were written by women. Women seem to connect with the re-birthing experience that is a new haircut more…