I invited my family to see the April 8 eclipse, and we found a place on a bay in the St. Lawrence River. We had ourselves a grand little reunion up there on the Canadian border, and a great couple of days together. And we got to see a total eclipse, a first for each … Continue reading Reflecting on the total solar eclipse of April 8
I recently reread the Gospel of Mark and noticed, with appreciation, how many of the people in this Gospel, including Jesus' closest disciples, are shown as confused, uncomprehending, and fearful. Fear, then, became a theme for me in this rereading, partly prompted by Rowan Williams' book, "Meeting God in Mark". I made the lists below, … Continue reading Fear and courage in Mark’s Gospel
Like countless readers, I took no great liking to Milton's depiction of God the Father in "Paradise Lost." On that subject I have nothing to add, and I want instead to talk about Milton's vision of God's Son. This won't be a lengthy analysis, just a short list of the passages that are most memorable … Continue reading Jesus in Paradise Lost
