Rev. Dr. Daniel Rodriguez Schlorff10 Psychologically Healthier Alternatives for the Word ‘Should’We often don’t realize how the tiny linguistic rascal ‘should’ can pack a hefty punch to our psyche. It’s the silent, niggling voice that…Mar 22Mar 22
Rev. Dr. Daniel Rodriguez SchlorffRizal Day: A Celebration of Heroism and Filipino PrideIt’s that time of the year again when we Filipinos, wherever we are in the world, come together to celebrate the life and works of our…Dec 31, 2023Dec 31, 2023
Rev. Dr. Daniel Rodriguez SchlorffAdventures in Liturgy: The Connection Between the Manger and the Communion TableIn the Christian tradition, the birth of Jesus Christ is one of the most celebrated events. It is a story that encapsulates humility…Dec 22, 2023Dec 22, 2023
Rev. Dr. Daniel Rodriguez SchlorffAdventures in Liturgy: The Advent of the Advent WreathLet’s chat about a topic that, if you’re anything like me, brings warm feelings of anticipation each year. It’s the Advent wreath — a…Dec 13, 2023Dec 13, 2023
Rev. Dr. Daniel Rodriguez SchlorffOn honoring a life: why writing a homily for a memorial service is so difficultBeginning the journey of crafting words for a memorial service homily is, perhaps, the most challenging and heart-wrenching task I face as…Dec 9, 2023Dec 9, 2023
Rev. Dr. Daniel Rodriguez SchlorffAdventures in Liturgy: Bearing the PallImagine, if you will, a game of hide and seek. But instead of children scampering around a playground, the participants are a chalice and a…Nov 29, 2023Nov 29, 2023
Rev. Dr. Daniel Rodriguez SchlorffAdventures in Liturgy: Wooden and Earthen Vessels in the Puritan ChurchThe Puritans, the forerunners of the modern Congregational Church, a group of no-nonsense folks from yonder years, ditched the pomp and…Nov 28, 2023Nov 28, 2023
Rev. Dr. Daniel Rodriguez SchlorffConnecticut: The Great State of Nutmeg-gateAh, Connecticut, a state of many names. Officially known as the “Constitution State”, it also carries the delightful moniker of the “Nutmeg…Nov 25, 2023Nov 25, 2023
Rev. Dr. Daniel Rodriguez SchlorffAdventures in Liturgy: Stained Glass is, Like, So PompousAh, the Puritans. Now there’s a group that knew how to throw a party… if by “party,” you mean “somber prayer session.” But hey, we’re not…Nov 25, 2023Nov 25, 2023
Rev. Dr. Daniel Rodriguez SchlorffLove through Rejection? A Look at Fundamentalist Christians’ Views on LGBTQ+Nov 23, 2023Nov 23, 2023