Lakeshore Outreach

Although my official work as Pastor of Public Witness started January 1, I’ve had several opportunities to represent Lakeshore’s commitments to justice, mercy and humility in December. I spent a week in Bethlehem with the gathered Christian community from Palestine … Continue reading January 3, 2020 →

In times of transition, life can move so quickly, and so slowly, all at the same time. As we continue living into staffing transitions, I wanted to share these updates, which are part of the ongoing conversations among Jim, myself … Continue reading December 5, 2019 →

Dear Lakeshore family, I am deeply grateful for all who shared in the celebration of my 20th anniversary at Lakeshore – giving thanks for two decades of relationships, shared ministry and companions on the journey. We have endured much together, … Continue reading October 31, 2019 →

This month, California Congress passed AB32, a bill that would end for-profit prisons in the state. On September 19, I joined with faith leaders from across the state to meet with Governor Newsom and urge him to sign this bill … Continue reading September 26, 2019 →

Stand Strong, Hold On is our new theme for Christian Formation this academic year. Grounded in the Scriptures of Isaiah 41:10 and Romans 12:17-21, we are instructed not to live in fear (for God is with us, strengthening us) and … Continue reading August 29, 2019 →

If you worshiped with us on July 21, you got a taste of the fabulous week we had at Vacation Bible Camp. In addition to what all the kids learned all week, the teens and adults spent time each afternoon … Continue reading July 25, 2019 →

In April, Jim and I attended the Alliance of Baptist’s Annual Gathering, “What is Liberty Without Liberation.” We worshipped with progressive Baptists from across the country, lifting up the Gospel-centered call for love and liberation. We heard the prophetic challenge … Continue reading June 27, 2019 →

Thanks to all who shared in the sacred journey from Palm Sunday through Good Friday to Easter’s resurrection. May the joy of the Easter Season (50 days!) give us time to allow the mystery and power of the resurrection to … Continue reading April 25, 2019 →

“It is not we who change ourselves into the image of God. Rather it is the image of God itself, the very form of Christ, which seeks to take shape within us (Gal. 4:19). It is Christ’s own form which … Continue reading March 28, 2019 →

Women’s History Month celebrates the significant, and often unsung, contributions women have made and continue to make to shape our communities, our country and our world. This month we also begin the season of Lent, a time to reflect, repent … Continue reading March 1, 2019 →