God loves good surprises...surprises that contribute to the goodness of life, and draw us more deeply into the mystery and wonder of creation. In contrast with those who enact and support violence, the God of good surprises takes us off guard by offering us beauty, healing, and love, just when we need them most.
The power of the arts to transport us to different times and places is never more important or needed than today, when we are all so necessarily focused on challenging and troubling events throughout our nation and the world.
James Williams-Ness, 52, a gentleman and resident of Litchfield, Connecticut, passed away with family members by his side at Maine Medical Center on May…