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Core Memories, Weird Hobbies, and a High-Brow Christmas Bop
In graduate school, I was plunged into the deep end as my peers casually threw around words like “apophatic” and I wondered what on earth I’d gotten myself into. Fortunately, I found my footing and had a wonderful experience after that initial disorientation. One of my professors, an expert on theology and music, was known…
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Reblog: On the Journaling Life
Yesterday on a whim, I rearranged my office bookshelf. I was astounded by the number of journals I have filled since I began writing in 2010. I took a few minutes to skim a few entries at random. As I read, I saw the intricate weaving of my life’s various threads. It was a beautiful…
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Review: “The Sacred Flame”
The Sacred Flame by Kevin Belmonte is a new biography of Hannah More. First of all, what an amazing woman! A writer, an educator, and a human rights advocate, More is a pillar of faith and courage well worth our attention. I relished learning about her life and writing. It was also fascinating to discover…
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Post-Election Reflection: “Return to the Gate”
My women’s Bible study is walking through Esther, which is a political tale if there ever was one. Covert plots, the rise and fall of leaders, executions, royal edicts, justice—this little book has it all! As we discussed chapter 6 today, I was struck by the following verse: “Then Mordecai returned to the king’s gate.…
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A Reminder for Election Day
I thought I’d share this graphic from my post on maintaining sobriety in election season. Feel free to download it if it encourages you. Whatever the outcome of Election Day, we are ultimately responsible for how we choose to spend our days—plural. Keep learning. Keep serving. Keep worshiping. Keep building friendships. Keep working hard. Keep…
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Reblog: A Poem for All Saints
Today we celebrated All Saints’ Sunday. I was reminded of a beautiful moment I had in Scotland when I stumbled across an old Christian burial ground while on a run. I stopped running and wrote this poem almost without meaning to… (read at the link below). “Hallow Hill” – 2019 https://ryannemolinari.com/2019/09/26/hallow-hill/
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October Recommendations
I’m in the final push of editing and am looking forward to turning in my manuscript at the end of the week. I have a million blog ideas buzzing around my brain and I’m excited to write shorter pieces next month. In the meantime, here are some recommendations for the rest of your October. Whether…
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Autumn’s Lament: A Sonnet
It’s been a bit since I’ve shared any poetry, but my oak trees are crimsoning so I couldn’t resist scribbling a sonnet about the beauty of autumn, the ugliness of dying, and the hope of resurrection. And yes, “crimsoning” is a word. Isn’t it lovely? It conveys the progressive blush of the autumn foliage and…
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Review: “What is a Healthy Church?” by Mark Dever
What is a Healthy Church? by Mark Dever was first published in 2005 and the 2024 revised edition just came out—testifying to the continuing need for books on church health and the continuing influence of this book in particular. What is a Healthy Church? is part of the IX Marks series, which identifies and exposits…
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The Opening Devotional from My Church’s Faith & Arts Gathering
A few months ago, a painter friend of mine expressed a desire to host a gathering for Christian creatives in our church. Our first meeting was a joyous morning of painting, writing, and crafting. People brought projects to start, to keep working on, or simply to share with others. We had our second gathering last…
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Reblog: Seeking Sobriety in a Tumultuous October
I wrote the following article during the absolute wild ride that was 2020. It remains relevant now as a somehow even more contentious election draws near. Seek sobriety, Reader. Remember the peace that the world cannot give. Don’t add to or be consumed by the chaos and noise. ryannemolinari.com/2020/09/30/seeking-sobriety-prayer-and-practice-in-the-election-season/
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This is My Story, This is My Song
Eight years ago, I raced down the hallway of the Biola University Conservatory and told a friend that I wanted to host a traditional worship chapel. My ever-patient and generous friends volunteered their voices and helped me borrow hymnals from the seminary (I think we had permission…?). We figured a few people who owed me…
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