Have you ever heard those words before? I just did. So what to do? When we first moved here to Costa Rica, we heard those words frequently from our kids, but in the last year, less regularly. When I first asked him, why? He said, "because I want to play with my toys." In thinking … Continue reading “Daddy, but I don’t want to go to church”
de bible
Just ran across this great quote in an old book. "Unexpected News: Reading the Bible with Third World Eyes" by Robert McAfee Brown. I'll let you guess what it says about my politics, but doubtless we will disagree on the power found in God's Word. Give it a try! It might just change your life … Continue reading de bible
Latin America in the news
I am tempted to give away my political bent here, but will probably go PC in order to get to my real point. I just happened to look out my window today in San José to see a black limousine with U.S. flags flying on the front with an entourage of police and security units … Continue reading Latin America in the news
Nouwen, the bus and a cow
Actually the title should read, the bus, Nouwen and a cow, if you want to get technical. My Swedish Volvo, probably brought here by some rich Swedish diplomat back in 1986 has been problematic this week and after a weekend of fruitless hours under the hood, I gave in. In Spanish I would say "me … Continue reading Nouwen, the bus and a cow
Church, Childhood and Slumdog Millionaire
I am still reflecting on the movie Slumdog Millionaire that I mentioned a few posts back. While the movie did not focus on care of children coming from at risk situations, the news following the movie has. Who is in the best position to care for children on the street and living in high risk … Continue reading Church, Childhood and Slumdog Millionaire
Wounded Prophet: Nouwen and Spirituality
It has been sometime since I picked up a book for my own enjoyment. The last book I remember reading (in part) was John Eldredge's book, Wild at Heart. I still plan to finish it - for it is a great book! It's not that I haven't been reading, in fact, I have never read … Continue reading Wounded Prophet: Nouwen and Spirituality
Neglect of the Poor – Reflections
I have frequently mentioned over the years the impact (albeit from afar) that Doug Nichols has had on me. Doug Nichols is founder of Action International Ministries. I just read a post he recently blogged. It's a great read! Click on Neglect of the Poor
A SCANDALOUS AFFAIR
As I ponder this years Christmas, the snow is falling outside the window. I am fortunate that I am blessed enough to be sitting inside, with family and a warm fire to enjoy. I am mindful that for many people Christmas is a difficult time. How different the snow makes me feel this year. This … Continue reading A SCANDALOUS AFFAIR
Costa Rica Celebrating 60 Years of Military Abolition
Interesting article on military abolition in Costa Rica (see below). While there is still a way to go in forming a country of peace, the article rightly points out that Costa Rica is moving towards creating a culture of peace. Perhaps the bigger piece that is missing is the idea of bibilical shalom, which takes … Continue reading Costa Rica Celebrating 60 Years of Military Abolition
“La Negrita”
Recently Christina and I were returning from a date (actually, we were celebrating our anniversary) when we stumbled upon a catholic pilgrimage. As we headed back home via our normal route we were greeted by THOUSANDS of people walking our way on the main highway. There were literally thousands of people on the highway making … Continue reading “La Negrita”
Development and Justice 