Rocky Figueroa was the coolest guy in my junior high. He had long, shiny black hair. His body was developed…
Steve Mathonnet-VanderWellApril 11, 2017
Seth Kaper-Dale is running for governor of New Jersey on the Green Party ticket. Along with his wife, Stephanie, Seth…
Steve Mathonnet-VanderWellFebruary 28, 2017
My family has been told. If I ever am hospitalized for a duration, in a great deal of pain, waiting…
Steve Mathonnet-VanderWellFebruary 14, 2017
I guess it’s our turn now. After watching the Presbyterians and Lutherans devour themselves over welcoming LGBTQ people, you might…
Steve Mathonnet-VanderWellJanuary 31, 2017
An Old Testament professor was leading an adult discussion group. The conversation turned to the depth and beauty of the…
Steve Mathonnet-VanderWellJanuary 17, 2017
Merry tenth day of Christmas! Lords a leaping, I believe. Forgive me for dragging us back to Christmas. You can…
Steve Mathonnet-VanderWellJanuary 3, 2017
Nothing like an unexpected pregnancy to motivate your job search. At least we had an interview. But we were unknowns.…
Steve Mathonnet-VanderWellDecember 20, 2016
I remember the pictures vividly—people standing in line for hours to cast their ballot. All of the tragedies and tears,…
Steve Mathonnet-VanderWellNovember 1, 2016
My guess was correct. They hadn’t been in worship for many weeks. At least he had the decency to come…
Steve Mathonnet-VanderWellOctober 4, 2016
