Comma Moments – Page 3 – Robert J. Chase

October 11, 2022October 11, 2022 robertjchase Comma Moments, Reflections

Beyond Van Gogh

My wife Blythe and I traveled to Hartford, CT, recently to see Beyond Van Gogh, a massive immersive experience that is a fascinating blend of traditional painting and highly sophisticated … Continue reading Beyond Van Gogh

October 5, 2022October 5, 2022 robertjchase Comma Moments, Current Events, Reflections

“Stand Back and Stand By” Redux?

On the presidential debate stage in September of 2020, Donald Trump was asked by Fox News anchor Chris Wallace to categorically denounce white supremacy. Trump at first deflected the question … Continue reading “Stand Back and Stand By” Redux?

September 28, 2022September 28, 2022 robertjchase Comma Moments, Current Events, Reflections

Stormy Times

As I write this post, Hurricane Ian is threatening Florida with 150 mph winds, torrential rains, and a devastating storm surge. While, of course, our thoughts and prayers are with … Continue reading Stormy Times

May 18, 2022May 18, 2022 robertjchase Comma Moments, Current Events, Reflections

Reinforcing the Lone Wolves

Yet again, here we are. Events in Buffalo over the weekend are all too familiar: a young white man spouting violence-strewn racial hatred—both in-person and on-line—buys a gun, travels to … Continue reading Reinforcing the Lone Wolves

April 6, 2022April 6, 2022 robertjchase Comma Moments, Current Events, Reflections

A Study in Contrast

On Sunday night, the annual Grammy awards aired on network television. The ceremony was punctured by real life, as a gritty videotaped message was broadcast to attendees at the glitzy … Continue reading A Study in Contrast

Having Bob Chase as a guest in my course on ecumenism proved to be a great opportunity to launch the conversation on how ecumenical engagement expands to include interfaith dialogue … Continue reading Rev. Geoffrey A. Black; Visiting Professor of Leadership and Ecumenical Studies, Eden Theological Seminary

― Rev. Geoffrey A. Black; Visiting Professor of Leadership and Ecumenical Studies, Eden Theological Seminary

As I reflected on what I read I went back to review the liner notes. Mike McCurry’s hit home: about the book being a roadmap, a reminder about the moments … Continue reading Cliff Aerie, jazz musician

― Cliff Aerie, jazz musician

A clear and clarion call for building a just and compassionate society coming from deep religious pathos, Chase’s gentle yet passionate voice is a much needed charge leading us in … Continue reading Rabbi Naamah Kelman

― Rabbi Naamah Kelman