Jeremiah Griffin's tracks

What this world needs now is something shockingly beautiful. In Luke's account of Jesus' beatitudes, we find such a vision. Now... how to live it here? All Saints Day homily in response to Luke 6:20-31.

Grace doesn't just drown out sin. It can transform us, open us up, and teach us to depend upon one another and God. Today we revisit the parable of two men praying in the Temple from Luke 18:9-14.

Having trouble finding focus in a frenetic election season? Frazzled by breaking reports and scandals? Today's homily talks about staying focused on our core mission, during distracting times. On Genesis 32:22-31, 2 Tim. 3:14-4:5, Luke 18:1-8.

In a world filled with disparity, it can be awkward to realize one's relative comfort with plenty. But it would be a mistake to stop here, simply feeling thankful. Homily on Jesus' healing of the 10 lepers - Luke 17:11-19

What are the things to which you give your energy and time? And do they really matter? Today we look at this in light of what God tells us we were created to prioritize, so we can focus on life's highest aims. Homily in response to 1 Timothy 6:6-19.

Sometimes listening is the best gift we can give. Especially following tragedy. Today, following the prophet Jeremiah's lead, we look at ways we can serve others in our community during times of heartache. Homily on Jeremiah 8:18-9:1.

Faith can be invigorating or stifling; it can liberate or oppress. Oftentimes the determining factor is how we see God and believe God sees us. Today we take a look at these things asking, "And how (really) is this good news?" Homily on Luke 15:1-10.

Can regrets and missed opportunities become avenues for experiencing grace? Homily on Jeremiah 18:1-11 & Psalm 139.

We live in a frenetic time that's lost track of rest's significance. How might living with greater intentionality enrich the time we have? Homily on Isaiah 58:9b-14 & Luke 13:10-17.

When faced with disappointment, how would God have us respond? And what can we learn from God's example? And the lives of saints? Homily inspired by Isaiah 5:1-7 & Hebrews 11:29-12:2.

It's tempting to equate our agenda with God's. But doing so is misguided. In today's gospel lesson Jesus reminds us that God is up to something bigger than whatever we're focused on. And that our agenda should be one-and-the-same with God's. Luke 12:13-21.

In moments when we find ourselves growing spiritually tired or uninspired, sometimes such problems stem from having grown too comfortable the God we think we know. Homily on Luke 10:38-42.

Self-defeating behaviors we all do that keep us for living God's mission. A homily in response to Galatians 5:, 13-25.

In what ways have we been affected by all the violence so prevalent today? This week we consider the story of the Gerasene Demoniac, in the wake of the recent Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando. Luke 8:26-39.

A conversation about creative process and personal evolution, featuring writer - Lonn Taylor, artist - Camp Bosworth, and dance choreographer - Nina Martin. Part 2 (please excuse the unfinished quality of these recordings)

A conversation about creative process and personal evolution, featuring writer - Lonn Taylor, artist - Camp Bosworth, and dance choreographer - Nina Martin. Part 4 of 4 (please excuse the unfinished quality of these recordings)

A conversation about creative process and personal evolution, featuring writer - Lonn Taylor, artist - Camp Bosworth, and dance choreographer - Nina Martin. Part 3 of 4 (please excuse the unfinished quality of these recordings)

A conversation about creative process and personal evolution, featuring writer - Lonn Taylor, artist - Camp Bosworth, and dance choreographer - Nina Martin. Part 1 (please excuse the unfinished quality of these recordings)