“Be Not Afraid”
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
The creative life always comes with moments of doubt, even when you’ve offered up prayer after prayer.
Blessings and Prayers
By Rick Hamlin2 min read
Thinking about Anne Lamott’s new book and my own book on prayer, I wondered if there was something both of us were missing…
Lesson in Stained Glass
By Rick Hamlin2 min read
The faces of the disciples glow because of the sunlight coming through them. So it is with people.
When You Get Distracted Praying
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
A photo of a young man looking at a cyclist outside his window reminded me of just what you do when you’re distracted in prayer.
Pray for Freedom
By Rick Hamlin2 min read
In this rancorous election season, remember: When you disagree with someone who shares your faith, do it prayerfully.
Must I Pray for My Enemies?
By Rick Hamlin2 min read
Praying for your enemies forces you to think about who they are and why they behave the way they do.
How Prayer Can Help on a Stressful Day
By Rick Hamlin2 min read
Don’t focus on the impossible; prayerfully allow a Hgher Power to prioritize for you.
The Father of Father Christmas
By Rick Hamlin6 min read
December 23, 2023, marks the 200th anniversary of the first appearance in print of A Visit from St. Nicholas. Rick Hamlin explores the life and legacy of Clement Clarke Moore, the man behind that beloved poem.
Get Your Body into Prayer
By Rick Hamlin2 min read
You can pray with your whole body; just lifting up your hands can be a gesture of praise.
Tell the Truth (in Prayer)
By Rick Hamlin2 min read
It is essential to be honest when we pray, to say all the difficult, unkind things that cross our minds.
When a Hug Was a Prayer
By Rick Hamlin2 min read
After 9/11, barriers had dropped, compassion took over protocol, love spoke.
A Prayer for Our Wives
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
I think there should be a day we husband set aside to honor our wives and tell them how grateful we are.