by St. Francis | Sep 12, 2025 | Rector's Reflections
It seems counterintuitive, foolish even, to write about vulnerability on September 11. We saw where being vulnerable gets us. Today, twenty-four years later, it can still feel as though we are overly vulnerable and susceptible to danger and disease. In last...
by St. Francis | Sep 5, 2025 | Rector's Reflections
“Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and activity. It is the source of hope, empathy, accountability, and authenticity. If we want greater clarity in our purpose or deeper and more meaningful spiritual lives, vulnerability is the...
by St. Francis | Aug 29, 2025 | Rector's Reflections
How much of what Jesus says do we believe? How much of what He says do we incorporate in our lives? And to whom do we listen more closely, Jesus, or our financial planner, lawyer, or personal trainer? If we say that we love Jesus, could anyone tell that this is so by...
by St. Francis | Aug 22, 2025 | Rector's Reflections
I heard the following story in church when I was in high school. I have preached it several times over the course of my own ministry, and think it is especially pertinent now, August 22, 2025 – though it applies to all ages of human history. —Fr. Jason There once was...
by St. Francis | Aug 8, 2025 | Rector's Reflections
As you may know, it has been my hope to hire an associate priest at St. Francis to help me with my pastoral and sacramental responsibilities. However, due to budget constraints, we were only able to offer potential associates 3/4 time pay. While this limited the field...
by St. Francis | Sep 26, 2024 | Rector's Reflections
Shadrach is the thirteenth track on the Beastie Boys’ second album, Paul’s Boutique. The chorus is, “Shadrach, Meshach, Abendego,” the names of the three men put into the furnace by Nebuchadnezzar, who remain untouched and unharmed by the flames. (Daniel 3) The...
