Monthly Archives: January 2021

I Dream of a Church

Posted on January 28, 2021 by livingasapprentices

Inspired by a Langston Hughes poem, I Dream of a World, NPR’s Morning Edition resident poet Kwame Alexander and host Rachel Martin suggested that listeners write their way out of the unprecedented events of the past year and into a space of … Continue reading →

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Redeeming Daily Life – By a Guest Blogger

Posted on January 27, 2021 by livingasapprentices

“To start seeing that the many events of our day, week, or year are not in the way of our search for a full life but are rather the way to it is a real experience of conversion. We discover … Continue reading →

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Not So “Random” Act of Kindness

Posted on January 20, 2021 by livingasapprentices

I sat in the Social Security Office nervously anticipating my first appointment in the retirement process. The room was crowded and noisy – my least favorite environment.  I first saw her through a window. She climbed carefully down the steps … Continue reading →

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From My Reading – January

Posted on January 13, 2021 by livingasapprentices

“Our communion of saints is not dependent on whether or not we live in the same neighborhood or like the same news channel. Our unity in Christ, our being a part of the communion of saints, is not dependent on … Continue reading →

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Living in the Now

Posted on January 6, 2021 by livingasapprentices

Living in the moment is a practice that many of us struggle with.  As a child, I was taught to be productive, to accomplish things, to make the most of every day. Sitting in a comfortable chair with a book … Continue reading →

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