Life

Understanding Toronto

I remember the day I knew I loved Toronto. I was a young seminary student looking for a summer internship, and took the subway to the Runnymede community in west Toronto. When I

The Cost and Beauty of Marriage

“Marriage is a steel trap.” I hadn’t expected to hear these words. I was a young, newly engaged seminary student taking the first class of a marriage counseling course. The professor, a

Revive Us Again

I was late for the conference, and the band had already started. I braced myself as I entered the room. I think I expected what Adam McHugh describes: …blaring music, flashing colored lights,

Clarity

If you asked me which virtue I undervalued before, but value now, it wouldn’t even be close. Hands down, I’d say clarity. Personal Clarity Personal clarity is knowing who you are.

Four Post-Vacation Reflections

One of the most revealing moments is the drive home from a vacation. I find that when I’m away for a couple of weeks, I become more aware of how I’m