Category: Stories

Brunch At The Marbury (Part 4) Trilby was laughing at Pastor Greg’s story about his ice fishing trip during seminary. She was still giddy from sitting next to Jeb. Somehow, the table had arranged itself into a circular version of … Continue readingBrunch At The Marbury (Part 4)

Brunch At The Marbury (Part 3) Pastor Greg stepped into The Marbury. He had gotten through the administrative tasks in record time. He had a notion that Jeb might invite him to breakfast, so he had gotten to church early … Continue readingBrunch At The Marbury (Part 3)

Brunch At The Marbury (Part 2) “Phyl, I don’t know if we should be here.” Aundrea stood on the front stoop holding the door handle as if to open it for her friend. “He invited you to brunch. Don’t make … Continue readingBrunch At The Marbury (Part 2)

Brunch At The Marbury “Did you see him holding her hand?” Trilby hissed in her ear. Marta frowned and adjusted her red cat-eye glasses with the Christmas trees in the corners. They were all the more appropriate since she’d sprayed … Continue readingBrunch At The Marbury

How Great Our Joy Pastor Greg waited in the narthex to greet his congregation as always. Today was the Sunday of Joy and he was looking forward to sharing the Good News with each and every one of them. From … Continue readingHow Great Our Joy

Got Rainbow Cookies? Aundrea was taking a breather when she heard something that chilled her to the bone. “Oh, my God. Not today.” She slammed her mug down on the counter. Phyllis poked her head into the kitchen. “Um…” “I … Continue readingGot Rainbow Cookies?

You Definitely Don’t Get People Jeb was in his workshop listening to soft Christmas music as he finished sanding a batch of salad utensils. He was in the contemplative state that came naturally when he did work of this kind. … Continue readingYou Definitely Don’t Get People

Earth To Trilby “Did you see that?” Trilby grabbed Marta’s arm ferociously. “Hey, this is brand new. Don’t rip the sleeve off.” Marta looked around. “What did I see?” “You missed it?” “What did I miss?” “She handed him a … Continue readingEarth To Trilby

What Are You Doing Here? Aundrea pulled up to the church. She sucked a nervous breath as she turned into the parking lot. She was looking for Phyl’s car but she didn’t want to crash into anybody, so she just … Continue readingWhat Are You Doing Here?

Good Saint Nick Pastor Greg had put on his Advent vestments and followed the procession of acolytes toward the sanctuary. He stood aside as the acolytes lit the candles behind the altar, bowed and departed. As O Come, O Come, … Continue readingGood Saint Nick