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Truth to Power

Posted on August 18, 2013 by harasprice

Social workers often get accused of being bleeding-heart liberals who hug trees and sing “kum-ba-yah.” Like most stereotypes, there is a reason why this image emerged. Maybe it comes from our genetic predisposition, or a lived experience that environmentally propels … Continue reading →

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Lake Walk

Posted on August 5, 2013 by harasprice

I dropped my daughter off at camp yesterday, which brought back a rush of memories for me of my own camp experiences. Most memorable for me were the two years during high school where I spent my summers as a … Continue reading →

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Daily Bread

Posted on July 28, 2013 by harasprice

My daughter once remarked, while lunching with a group of my colleagues, that she was a “cheeseatarian.” She fits the description…sneaking cheese at any opportunity while I am cooking, and willingly passing up any and all other sources of protein … Continue reading →

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Good Samaritans and Great Neighbors

Posted on July 13, 2013 by harasprice

(Week 1 of a 16 week “Who is My Neighbor?” faith formation series at St. Thomas Episcopal Church) The Master Story: The Parable of the Good Samaritan Lectionary Gospel Reading: Luke 10:25-37 The Gospel reading for this week provides us … Continue reading →

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Who is My Neighbor: Introduction

Posted on July 8, 2013 by harasprice

This blog, small points of light, has been (and continues to be) my forum to chronicle the daily moments along the journey of life where clarity or inspiration appear. I originally started this blog as a time-limited undertaking during lent … Continue reading →

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Bending toward Justice

Posted on June 26, 2013 by harasprice

Somewhere we must come to see that human progress never rolls in on the wheels of inevitability. It comes through the tireless efforts and the persistent work of dedicated individuals who are willing to be co-workers with God. And without … Continue reading →

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Blogging in Narnia

Posted on June 22, 2013 by harasprice

I am in Narnia as I write this morning. I literally opened the wardrobe, parted the thick, furry coats, and stepped through the door onto a little ledge among the mountain top vista which surrounds me as I write. It … Continue reading →

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Both Feet

Posted on June 15, 2013 by harasprice

I have had a favorite family story on my mind all weekend. Maybe it is because of the media barrage of “father” images on this greeting-card holiday, or maybe it has more to do with the lessons I am learning … Continue reading →

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Forty Three

Posted on June 9, 2013 by harasprice

Forty-three small points of light for which I am grateful today, in no particular order… Friends, near and far Finding and redefining family The chipmunk that lives in my garden The taste of homegrown tomatoes and basil My daughter’s laughter … Continue reading →

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Susan Speaks Spirit

Posted on June 2, 2013 by harasprice

I have spent the past week weaving together photos, reflections, quotes, and other tributes from members of my faith community as we prepare to say good-bye and send our well-wishes to Susan, who has been our Associate Rector for the … Continue reading →

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