Other Readers Comments

"I read your columns weekly as a newspaper wire editor. I am certainly not a Christian and barely even a person of faith, but I must tell you that I really enjoy your insights, perspective and, yes, inspiration."

"My husband subscribes to Florida Today for the sports and comic sections. I have to agree that there isn't else of much value in the newspaper anymore. One thing that I always read though is your column. I really enjoy it. I know that I will be able to read it and usually get something that adds to my day.
I just wanted to thank you for sharing your story of "Depth of God's love revealed in maternity ward". The story made me burst into tears. I was in that woman's shoes one year ago. I am very happy that your column is still appearing in the Florida Today paper. I always enjoy reading about the differences in humanity that you encounter and the ways in which you handle certain situations with believers and
nonbelievers. "

"You're words remind me to re-align my priorities and accept and enjoy life today...not tomorrow or yesterday. I wanted you to know that for this reader, I pick up your column first and then head to the daily news...somehow it makes the day easier to face."

"Reading your article gave me a sense of not being completely alone. I nearly began weeping at my desk to know that someone else knows what the darkness is, what it means."

"I just wanted to thank you for a wonderful, truthful look at the thoughts of a chaplain. Your article brought a smile to my face and a tear on my cheek."

"It is refreshing to know that there are still people of religion out there that do not place themselves above what is expected of the rest of us."

"We enjoy your column immensely. You write sincerely and clearly about real issues. You have a real knack for capturing life lessons we should all try to incorporate into our everyday lives."

"If keeping an article until it is old..yellow..brittle is a compliment to it's author your there. I will never get rid of this one in today's paper."

"Your article on God in the Florida Today newspaper today was excellent. Normally I stay away from reading religious articles as I no longer practice as a Christian."

""...your column was captioned, "Wise folk allow the tear to fall". This is an exceptionally good lesson for all who minister whether under church auspices or not.""

"I'm the managing editor(Baxtor Bulletin) and in this size staff, I'm also the Religion editor. I've been involved in newspapering for 20 years and ministry for even longer, and your column is one of the best I've read. I really think your newspaper articles are well-written and touching. The one about the mom who had two sons with HIV; this last hiccup one; another where you said you prayed "Lord, don't let me die from my own stupidity,"and others."

"I enjoy your writing very much, and feel you must be a very good person to do the things you do for very ill people. I liked the piece on getting permission to cry and the article about the church and AA meetings. And hoping we might be able to meet you someday, ... at a book signing at Barnes and Noble! We think you should write a book."

"Thank-you for the excellent column... I found myself nodding my head I agreement and touched by your comment on being asked 'how to pray'."