A Christian Voice in the Public Square

During the Christmas season, I find myself often bearing a heavy heart. I suspect that I am not alone in feeling this way. Given the nature of world events, news outlets rarely report any heartening or uplifting news. I have tried not to watch the news on television, but my big fail is that I … Read more

I can remember the day when having ‘influence and selling it’ was something of a pejorative enterprise. ‘Influence peddling’ is not only unethical but often illegal. One of the centers in our country for these activities is K Street in Washington D.C., which is a major thoroughfare in the nation’s capital. It is congested and … Read more

I am not a huge fan or follower of things royal. I have resisted the invitation by People Magazine to subscribe to their ‘free Royal’s newsletter.”  Although Lois and I enjoyed watching the television series on Netflix about Queen Elizabeth, neither of us is keen on watching anything about King Charles and Queen Camilla, or, … Read more

The season of Advent is upon us. How do I know this? Well, I know because Lois and I have made sure that both Hailey and Cole have their windowed, crèche scene, chocolate Advent calendar in their hands for December 1st, one in Florida, the other in Connecticut. Advent is such a special time of … Read more

I am presently ‘snow birding’ in the Sunshine State, which often and most generously, offers clear blue skies and warm temperatures. Last Sunday, however, I returned to the Nutmeg State, with its seasonally cool temperatures and cloudy skies, to attend church virtually. Reverend Diane Seaborn, Senior Pastor of the Storrs Congregational Church on the campus … Read more