Some mornings I wake up, longing for another human to hug me, squeeze my hand, or even just put their hand on my shoulder This deprivation of touch makes me feel alien, sub-human. And there’s no end in sight. These are the days in this pandemic – how is this word my reality? – when […]
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Pastoring in a Pandemic
Thoughts on pastoring in the midst of a pandemic.
Golden Globes: Pro’s and Con’s
This started as a Facebook post, but the more I kept typing, the more I had to accept that this needed to be on the website. Lots has changed in my life this year and at some point I’ll write with an update, but for now, enjoy my early morning thoughts on the kickoff of […]
Clare and I on Fathom Magazine
In the past month I’ve had a realization that while I am called to pastor, I am also called to write. My book is at a pause for now, so I’ve been leaning into writing shorter pieces for publication and specifically articles that are not about the Camino. I sent a few out and as […]
Silencio on Fathom Magazine
Hey friends, another piece that I submitted was picked up for online publication! If you’ve never read Fathom Magazine, then you’re in for a treat. They’re a monthly online magazine that pulls together articles, short stories, and poems with the intent of calling people into a deeper experience of the Christian life. Their latest edition […]
New Article on SheLoves magazine
I discovered SheLoves magazine last year and instantly fell in love! This online publication’s mission is Our mission is “to mobilize and empower women, so we may transform our world together”. Powerful stuff, huh? I submitted an article to them in January and today it went live! As you know, I’ve been writing my book about […]
I’m Writing a Book
In my last post, I was less than a day out from starting the Camino de Santiago. Here you now find me, having completed the walk – all 500 miles of it – and trying to figure out what life looks like after this amazing experience. I’m in the midst of some life transitions, which […]
Jet Lag, Anxiety, and 5AM Dance Parties
I arrived in London yesterday. But to be honest, I have no idea what day it is. These last few days have blended into one hazy day. I can’t sleep on planes. I know this about myself. I’ve tried just about everything and have come to accept this reality about my body. I always know […]
One Week Out
Walking around my room these last few days has been like walking around a ghost town. Things are packed or in process of being packed. I am going to miss this place. My room. My chair in the corner. I wonder if I will ever be back here. Something about my Camino has me wondering […]
What the F- Am I Doing, and Other Prayers for the Camino
I’ve entered an interesting rhythm as I have been training for my Camino. On one day, I am excited and thrilled at the thought of my pilgrimage. On the other days, I am pure fear. I worry about whether or not I can walk the entire 500 plus miles. I wonder if health issues will […]
Wonder
won·der a feeling of surprise mingled with admiration, caused by something beautiful, unexpected, unfamiliar, or inexplicable. “Wow, we’re starting to fly! Woah!!!” I was on a flight recently and overhead two little boys behind me. They had never flown before and couldn’t contain their excitement as the plane began to take off. Their […]
Why the Camino?
Give me my scallop shell of quiet; My staff of faith to walk upon; My scrip of joy, immortal diet; My bottle of salvation; My gown of glory (hope’s true gage) And then I’ll take my pilgrimage. – Sir Walter Raleigh Since going public about my walking the Camino de Santiago, many have asked the […]