Category Archives: The Rev. Dr. Carol M. Flett

Pay it forward – “Do to others as you would have them do to you.”

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Carol Flett

I am so grateful for being right here in this powerful place, right now in this time of my life. I feel fully present to this moment in my life. It feels like a new beginning – similar to a … Continue reading →

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Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and for ever.

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Carol Flett

Under the headline “Forget the Church, Follow Jesus,” Catholic writer, Andrew Sullivan wrote the recent cover story for Newsweek magazine.  In the article, Sullivan argues that American Christianity is in a crisis: it is too focused on politics and policy, … Continue reading →

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Sir, we wish to see Jesus.

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Carol Flett

This is Tuesday in our Holy Week, and we are reminded of an event that took place after Jesus arrived in Jerusalem for Passover. “Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks. They came … Continue reading →

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Too much, too much, or just right?

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Carol Flett

I am not talking about the temperature range of the porridge that Goldilocks found in the home of the Three Bears. I am referring to the amount of religious talk we hear or read from politicians. This has been a … Continue reading →

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The Hand of Retirement

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Carol Flett

For years I have taught children, and adults, about the Hand of Prayer – a format for prayer that uses our fingers to name the areas that we should keep in balance in our relationship with God. First, begin with … Continue reading →

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Why do we keep the stuff we keep?

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Carol Flett

I have a habit that some of you may also have. Whenever I am frustrated, worried or concerned about something that I don’t know what or how to do, I find something to do that I do know how to … Continue reading →

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To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Carol Flett

When I was struggling with the question of when or how to retire, first, I made the decision for myself, prayerfully and privately, and lived with it for a while, without telling anyone. I have used this process whenever I … Continue reading →

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What does it mean to retire?

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Carol Flett

After 24 years of serving as a parish priest, I recently decided to retire from active ordained ministry in the Episcopal Church and announced it to my parish. I know it is a privilege to retire and not everyone can … Continue reading →

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They heard the sound of the Lord God walking in the garden

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Carol Flett

George and I have just returned from a week long vacation in Puerto Rico – sunny breezes, beautiful beaches, fascinating history, friendly people and great food. But one of our best experiences was driving and walking through El Yunque rainforest, … Continue reading →

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Be careful when you touch bread,… Christ often blessed it.

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Carol Flett

I love to cook and am fascinated by the life of bread. The same simple ingredients – water, yeast, flour, a little sugar, a little salt – can make so many different kinds of bread. E.g. French Bread, Whole Wheat, … Continue reading →

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