Blogging about Faith, Labyrinths, Mental Illness, and More
Reflections by Michael J. Scholtes, Author / Pastor / Speaker
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For about two or three hours last Friday evening, I was in constant, desperate prayer. I was overwhelmed with anxiety, to the point of tears. My repeated prayer was this: “Please God, please, don’t make me bishop.” I’ll tell you how I got there, and how God answered that prayer.…
● Latest Articles
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Back in the Rhythm
It has been way, way, way too long since I blogged regularly. I am changing that this week. If you’re a subscriber to my Substack,…
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Love One Another (Sermon)
This is an adapted form of the sermon I preached the Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 5, 2024. The text I preached on was John…
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Labyrinth #89: Crowley Park, Scranton, PA
About two weeks ago, I was collecting the items we’d need for our trip to Niagara Falls to see the total solar eclipse. We wanted…
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Suffering and Praise (Sermon)
This is an adapted form of the sermon I preached the Second Sunday in Lent, February 25, 2024. The text I preached on was Psalm…
● About Me
I’m Michael, the author of this blog. I search for meaning through walking labyrinths, through exploring my Christian faith and my experience of depression, through preaching, and through writing about it for you.
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