Open place

The Rev. Canon Anne E. Kitch Canon for Ministry Formation and Transitions You have not shut me up in the power of the enemy; you have set my feet in an open place. Psalm 31:8 Despite my vigilance, the particular worry crowds my morning routine, gnawing at me as I mull...

Power source

The Rev. Canon Anne E. Kitch Canon for Ministry Formation and Transitions Commit your way to the Lord and put your trust in him, and he will bring it to pass. Psalm 37:5 “Not connected to power: Your computer must be connected to power to install updates.” The popup...

Mindful watching

The Rev. Canon Anne E. Kitch Canon for Ministry Formation and Transitions Turn my eyes from watching what is worthless; give me life in your ways. Psalm 119:37 “Mom, I forgot to turn off the TV, can you get it for me,” my daughter calls over her shoulder as she heads...

Time for hope

The Rev. Canon Anne E. Kitch Canon for Ministry Formation and Transitions For with you is the well of life, and in your light we see light. Psalm 36:9 “I hope you are going to get me breakfast after this,” my daughter tosses at me with a pretense of petulance. “I...

Only a signpost

The Rev. Canon Anne E. Kitch Canon for Ministry Formation and Transitions Show me your ways, O Lord, and teach me your paths. Psalm 25:3 The smell of pine greets me in the early morning as I come downstairs to prepare my tea. The Christmas tree is up, but unadorned. I...

Perspective

The Rev. Canon Anne E. Kitch Canon for Ministry Formation and Transitions I will walk in the presence of the Lord in the land of the living. Psalm 116:8 Although I drive down this street almost everyday on my way home from work, I didn’t know the art gallery was...