Easter’s joy was evident on Sunday as people filled and refilled Highland’s sanctuary. You came to celebrate the Life-Altering Truth of resurrection—that God’s abundance is often thwarted and killed but returns stronger and more beautiful than ever. As fun and … Continue reading →

The news of the day mirrors the terror of Holy Week. Bombs burst and God groans. A long-time peace activist in our city admitted, “I am tired. We hold these vigils for peace, but the violence never abates.” Meanwhile at … Continue reading →

We turn toward Holy Week—the week of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, his collision with the Powers, the willing surrender of his life in love, his death…and only then: his resurrection. Many of us grew up in churches where the Cross … Continue reading →

Now that Highland hosted (so wonderfully!) the public event on race with Edward Baptist, I hope we can engage in conversation about racism and our response as a body of believers. The Justice Ministry Group and I will ask for … Continue reading →

I’m still a bit punch-drunk from exhaustion after last night’s Community Gathering on Race at Highland. It was energy well-spent. Many of you gave energy far beyond what a pastor could hope or ask. The result: a community gathered to … Continue reading →