by Kelli Donley | May 10, 2012 | Faith, Travel
Last week I found myself in Tulsa, Oklahoma with a few hours to kill. “Tulsa, Oklahoma, will a few hours to kiiiilllllll.” Sometimes the country lyrics of my life write themselves. I checked in with a friend in Denver who went to college in Tulsa. He told me where to...
by Kelli Donley | Jan 25, 2012 | Faith
Funny thing, this poetry and theology class is kicking. my. ass. These poets were hard core in their theology and making even the smartest in the room scratch his head for interpretation. WH Auden, in particular, is a trickster. (Also, some of his poems are 50 pages...
by Kelli Donley | Jan 11, 2012 | Colorado, Community, Faith
I am taking a new course at my church on poetry and theology. The church has a resident theologian, thanks to a nearby seminary. I expected very little and was a touch overwhelmed by the 25 folks who came together for this first class, much of which was far over my...
by Kelli Donley | Aug 17, 2011 | Africa, Community, Faith
When I moved to Denver, I started fresh with charities and organizations I wanted to support. Africa, children, and hunger are my passions. Give me a chance to volunteer, donate money or raise supplies for causes that provide smart, effective solutions to on-going...
by Kelli Donley | Apr 22, 2011 | Celebrate!, Faith
To those who believe, a very joyous Easter to you and yours! As a Christian, this weekend is the most holy; the resurrection of Christ is fundamental to my belief. I read this chapter — Matthew 28 — and weep with the miraculous generosity, kindness and...
by Kelli Donley | Mar 9, 2011 | CAOK, Faith, Journal
Calculated Acts of Kindness — CAOK — is a Lenten themed project I’ve led for several years. The idea is to spend the 40-plus days of lent in reflection, strengthening your faith through helping others. This help may come in a note of encouragement,...
