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This poem appeared in my life as I’m dreaming about post construction programming at the church.  Soon the construction will be over and we’ll have an accessible sanctuary with accessible bathrooms all set on a firm (at least under the … Continue reading →

Interruptions. Jesus was on his way to heal Jairus’s critically ill 12 year old daughter when he was waylaid by a woman who had suffered for 12 years and was considered unclean. She grabbed his cloak and was healed.  (Mark … Continue reading →

Mark 4:1-34 And those who could hear heard. Jesus implored his disciples to listen. Listen. The sower sows seeds with abandon, with grace and those who hear, hear. Seeds are sown everywhere. Martin Luther King.  Stood for so much: Justice, … Continue reading →

On Sunday, June 21 the Hingham Singers came to Broad Bay. As they were just off a concert tour focused on the music of Peter, Paul and Mary, I focused on Bob Dylan’s song, “Blowin’ in the Wind.”  It was … Continue reading →

There is a place at the table for everyone.  Whether your table is set for one or 25, may your table be filled with food, joy, and hope. (Thanks to AJ Simmons for the art.)

AJ Simmons drew the Broad Bay Church under the rainbow, the rainbow that scripture tells us was placed in the sky to remind God not to destroy the earth.   The rainbow is a reminder that God’s love shines on … Continue reading →

For many, painful personal issues regarding assault, sexuality, alcohol and drugs have risen to the surface.  I pray for all who remember trauma this day.  There are plenty of youth who are witnessing or participating in parties with alcohol and … Continue reading →

On Sunday, poet Elizabeth Meade, recited several of her poems in worship.  A hush fell upon the congregation as she shared these words. Way of Small Warriors I want to be like grass growing through cracks in the concrete reaching … Continue reading →