Richard

I was born in Yorkshire, England and live near Philadelphia, USA. I am a former merchant mariner; professional writer and community college teacher; I retired from a career in juvenile justice. I have been involved in numerous social causes and explored various religions, sects and cults. My spiritual growth began with a dramatic conversion to Christianity in 1963, and subsequent old-style evangelism before I questioned restrictive dogma. I have written a collection of meditations, prayers and contemporary canticles that have been used for innovative worship services. In my writing I use modern language, psychologically sound principles and contemporary concepts to express and develop well-established themes. I attempt to make ancient wise precepts relevant for contemporary living. Although I use new perspectives, wisdom does not change.