America, We Still Do Not Know

America, We Still Do Not Know

We still do not have a clear answer to the question, “America, who are we?” At the time of this writing, I do not know the winner of the presidential election or the final outcome regarding control of the U.S. Congress. For the purpose of this column, it...
America, Who Are We?

America, Who Are We?

As the United States determines its next president, another decision will be rendered. Voters will reveal who they are and who they want to be when they elect the future leader of the nation. President Abraham Lincoln once quipped, “Elections belong to the people....
John Lewis’ Sacred Right to Vote

John Lewis’ Sacred Right to Vote

When Americans cast their votes, they exercise a sacred right as a free people responsible for self-governance. All across the United States, citizens are currently exercising that right; some standing in long lines for early voting while others prepare to mail in...
All Hands on Deck; The Situation is Dire

All Hands on Deck; The Situation is Dire

The spirit of God is moving in nontraditional ways. More precisely, God’s creative nature takes the spirit outside the walls of the church engaging humans where we dwell. When the pandemic closed the doors of church buildings all across the globe, God’s spirit moved...
The Hug I Needed

The Hug I Needed

When I opened the door to my brother’s house and walked inside, my 1-year-old nephew, (“KK” as he has been affectionately nicknamed) started to cry and ran straight to me. He threw his arms around my legs, as I quickly swept him up for a giant hug. For the next hour,...