Freethinking Followers

Freethinkers are rarely “followers” since they tend to be heretics (those who choose their own path) and fiercely self-reliant. But this seems like a good time to remind the Followers of Secular Chaplain that I now post most of my writing over at Chris Highland (aka Secular Chaplain). Feel free … as all true Freethinkers […]

Solstice Sky

B/W seems to highlight the beautiful contrasts of the December afternoon following a light dusting of snow this morning here in the Blue Ridge Mountains, WNC.

My Father Worked in the World’s Largest Building

I’ve always admired my dad for helping build 747’s in this amazing building in Everett, Washington near my hometown. (And, by the way, I don’t EVER remember any bears around that area)

Crossing Fences of Faith and Freethought

“Freethought, Faith and the Future” (Could the Secular Vision of Star Trek offer a Way Forward?) Author’s Note: This essay was submitted to the “Response” magazine published by Seattle Pacific University, the wealthy west coast evangelical university where I received my B.A. in Religion and Philosophy. After a month and two emails, the editor tersely […]

Snow Church

A number of churches were closed this weekend due to heavy snow and ice. For those of us in the secular community, it was just another wonderful day in Nature’s open-air Sanctuary!

Tom Paine’s Church

An essay on Thomas Paine’s The Age of Reason with reflection on his revolutionary statement: “My own mind is my own church.” Thomas Paine’s Church Your comments and responses are welcome.

Ever wish you had more Eyes?

Hunting, exploring, curious and courageous. The smallest visitors can sometimes (not always) bring large lessons.

Tree Tunnels

Our “gratefulness day” was the day before T-Day. Walking the tunnels of trees off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Never saw anyone else on the trails through the secular sanctuary, where every day is gratefulness.

Secular Gratefulness

My wife called me to the window, calling attention to the sunset sky this autumn evening. She, a person of faith. Me, not. Both “called to attention” by the beauty of Nature shared.

Autumn Leaftrail

A new path for us. . .delightful!