History, Real Life, and Faith
Zeppelins were important to the German army during World War I. They used them as a terror weapon against civilians. They also used them, some, to actually fight, but not much. Mostly, they were aimed at innocent civilians. Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin was the inventor circa 1874 in Germany, making a “rigid” airship. With the idea patented in 1895, Zeppelins began…
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Using maps to write about Chambers in Egypt
Every year on “Holy Saturday,” I wonder what Jesus was doing. We finished Good Friday with a somber Tenebrae service, which usually leaves me silent and reflective. I know the hallelujahs, white lilies and terrific music of Easter Sunday are coming. (Along with breaking my annual chocolate fast with . . . plenty). But Holy Saturday catches me with melancholy surprise, plus lots…
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We observe Good Friday every year with the dramatic Tenebrae service. This is a repost because the service is so meaningful to me and others. Here is how we experienced the Tenebrae service several years ago. From the Latin for shadows or darkness, Tenebrae is an ancient service that underscores the solemnity of Jesus’s last day on earth as a man….
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How does your writing garden grow? The parallels between a writing life and, well, gardening.
Why did Jesus raise Lazarus from the dead?