Today marks 53 years since Merton died in Bangkok, Thailand. I wrote the following article originally published by The Christian Century on December 6, 2021. “How can we be sure younger generations learn about Thomas Merton?” Every time I show Day of a Stranger, the documentary film I made about the Trappist monk, I’m asked some form of this question. ViewersContinue reading “Maybe it’s time for me to let go of Thomas Merton”
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Fresh Courage: A Conversation with Dr. Lerita Coleman Brown
Dr. Lerita Coleman Brown has retired as Distinguished Professor Emerita of Psychology at Agnes Scott College in Decatur, GA. Now, in addition to her academic work, she has pursued a life in ministry, becoming a spiritual director and leading workshops and prayer groups promoting contemplative spiritual practices and the life and work of Howard Thurman. More than 25 years ago,Continue reading “Fresh Courage: A Conversation with Dr. Lerita Coleman Brown”
Complacency, Complicity, and Confrontation
As I confront my own role in racial injustice, I think about the false narratives embedded in white supremacy.
A Prayer for White People (including myself)
May we participate in the revolution, a revolution that doesn’t need us but will define us.
Killing White Lies: Abraham Lincoln
If we can look upon the suffering of our fellow human and remain neutral because WE are comfortable, we have lost our humanity.
Cassidy Hall 