The Loneliness Epidemic
35 year-old full-time working mom with young children seeks other working moms to form tight-knit friendship group. Loves travel, good food, reading books, going to the movies/theater productions, and being […]
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When the Professional is Personal
When the pastor’s phone rings, you never know who or what is on the other end of the line. It could be good news—the birth of a baby, an invitation […]
That Awkward Moment: Making Small Talk as a YCW
We don’t know each other well, but we’ve been chatting for awhile, maybe at a party, or at a playdate for our kids. The subject of what we do for […]
Everything Is Fine
I was driving a golf cart through the woods at camp when I came upon three girls sitting on a bench with their counselor. I hadn’t heard them at first […]
Who I Am With Them
I have been best friends with the same four women for over 20 years. It’s only now that we’re in our 30’s that we’ve realized how fortunate we are to […]
A Sacred Window
Nothing can really prepare you for the death of a friend. It doesn’t matter how many pastoral care classes you took in seminary. It makes no difference how many funeral […]
Swallowing a Bitter Pill: A Lenten Journey
“I’m giving up Lent for Lent!” It is a common joke around this time of year when worship leaders start planning for the Lenten season. I know I’ve said it […]
Litany For Her
I own a piece of art that isn’t worth much money but, it’s a conversation piece. Handmade with small patches of fabrics varying in colors from red to the brightest […]
Pastor and Possible Friend: A Perspective of a Clergyperson and Clergy Spouse
The new president of Princeton Seminary wrote an article last December, titled “Pastor, not friend.” In that article, he reflects on his relationship with a devoted elder of the parish […]
Reflections on the Sacred Center
This month we feature an engaging meditation through word and image on what (and who) centers us in our roles as women and as ministers. The prayer here was inspired […]
