In Honor of Tony Payne
I’m so grateful to have known Tony for the better part of two decades. I learned so much under his leadership and mentorship – many lessons that still influence my work today on nearly a weekly basis.
In Loving Memory of Grandma Dorothy Rupe
My maternal grandmother, Dorothy Rupe, went to be with the Lord this past Monday afternoon. I have so many memories of Grandma, and I’ll share two small ones here.
Homecoming
Earlier this month, I spent a few days in and around Chicago, my original home town. I was finally able to re-engage in a meaningful, in-person way with two other institutions that are very near and dear to me: the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and Wheaton College.