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The Rugged Individual

Published by mhelbert on April 15, 2020

One of the hallmarks of life in the U.S. is the ideal of the “Rugged Individual.” While it seems that this image had been brewing…

Well, it’s official.I am now a confirmed Episcopalian. Yesterday I was one of 10 adults who stood in front of the Church where a bishop…

Published by mhelbert on October 16, 2019

I’m going to take another day or two to reflect some more on the confirmation process that I’m currently taking part in at St. Barnabas.…

Published by mhelbert on October 15, 2019

Last night was the first of six confirmation classes at St. Barnabas. Eleven of us showed up for Episcopalian lessons. I was excited to be…

Published by mhelbert on May 20, 2019

How long has it been? 40 years? 45? Such a long time to be alone. Yet, not alone. Or, was I simply lost in a…