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About Tom Bolton

I'm a Husband and Dad, a former Enterprise Systems Manager at the City of Milwaukee, and a Disciple and Lay Servant at First United Methodist of West Allis. As I study the Bible, sometimes I feel moved to work through my understanding by writing poetry. I also am continuing to learn in my dialysis experience and pursuit of a kidney transplant. Sometimes I just feel like writing about something that grabs my attention too.

today

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Tom Bolton

           These Days Freedom, discovered in new ways once doubted, with relationships restored, life love-filled and joyful. (c) Tom Bolton, Milwaukee, October 12, 2012

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Transfiguring

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Tom Bolton

Reflecting on Matt 7: 1-13 and Luke 9: 28-36       Passing Through the Cloud I too hiked up that mountain, following the master, and I stayed just outside of that thick cloud for too long. I listened and I was … Continue reading →

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In Christ

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Tom Bolton

I wrote this early one Sunday morning in 2012 after morning devotions. I had been reading much from my Bonhoeffer library, and I believe I had been reading the 107th Psalm on Sunday too. I think I was influenced by … Continue reading →

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Community

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Tom Bolton

         In This Beloved Community In this village, conversation is new and can-do; As Jesus healed, preached, healed, we do what we are called to do. Beloved, as God loves us, not often so lovable, We seek new communities, our … Continue reading →

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The Vineyard in 2012

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Tom Bolton

I found myself at this place in February 2012 after prayer. I was deep in prayer that day, and came away thinking about fruits of the spirit. What hit me that Friday night was that I am on a vine, … Continue reading →

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On Justice

Posted on January 28, 2014 by Tom Bolton

Luke 4:18-19 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) 18 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of … Continue reading →

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John Meunier on Charles Wesley’s “Let Us Plead for Faith Alone.”

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Tom Bolton

John Meunier on Charles Wesley’s “Let Us Plead for Faith Alone.” I was delighted by this post from John Meunier when I read it last week.  He writes about Charles Wesley’s “Let Us Plead for Faith Alone.” Let us plead for … Continue reading →

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