#46.10, Tues., July 25, 2023

Historical setting: 602 C.E. A cottage in the Vosges          Gabe and I share this private conversation as we brush down the horses Greg and I borrowed and Gabe wants to discuss the issue burning through the night whispers in the novice quarters. “Fear of the Lord” whether required or optional, or interpreted through abusesContinue reading “#46.10, Tues., July 25, 2023”

#46.8, Weds., July 19, 2023

Historical setting: 602 C.E. On the road between Metz and Luxeuil          It was a different kind of authority that Jesus taught in a time when Romans kept the order and Pharisees kept God’s law. Jesus opened that old Jewish vault of always knowing that God is love. He remembered the ancient stories of theContinue reading “#46.8, Weds., July 19, 2023”

#46.7, Tues., July 18, 2023

Historical setting: 602 C.E. Metz          It seems as though I should be grateful that my son would be indentured to a man who, as bishop, has placed his own commitment to God above his noble need for expanding earthly power. Thank you, God.          And maybe this chaffing at my conscience is only myContinue reading “#46.7, Tues., July 18, 2023”