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Now I Lay Me Down To Dreams
Spring/Summer 2010
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Tribute to Ruth Holbrook
Spring 2001
Ruth was not one for sentimental talk. She disdained tears she sensed were not authentic but she responded with love and generosity to those in need or in pain. She was a person with a tough mind and a tender heart. We hope this poem portrays her spirit and liveliness.
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Remembering T.T.
Winter 2000
Tyra Andersen (my Aunt T.T.) died on December, 21 at the age of 92. She was a member of Quincy, Massachusetts Covenant Church, a long-time reader of Pietisten, and a true pietist.
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Deep Waters
Summer 1997
Let me tell you a story. It is a story about deep waters. It is, for me, an experience of Grace.
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A Sunday Morning at Santa Clara
Fall 1993
People of many nations gathered near the front of this large, old, beautiful church. Pastor Phillipson invited us into worship. Her presence was compelling. I nestled in.
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Meditation: Being on the Journey and Seeing God’s Back
Spring 1993
Sometimes I like to think about life as being on a journey. Moses and the Israelites were on a journey, and they were counting on God to be with them.
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Requiem For A Heavyweight
Summer 1990
An hour’s time is all it took to shave half a century and more
of life off the big elm in front of our house this morning.
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Can There Be Joy?
Spring 1987
"We are only the earthenware jars that hold this treasure, to make it clear that such an overwhelming power comes from God and not from us."
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Tribute to Michael Groh
Michael Groh (Mike) was a superb student, athlete, and consultant. He was honest, reliable, open, and he met and valued everyone as a person.
