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  • The Dusty Driveways

    I’m sitting beneath an umbrella, surrounded by trees, bushes, and potted flowers. The patio furniture is comfortable, and the sunshine is warm. It ought to… Read more.

  • Nail Holes

    Nail holes. Usually, you can spot them on walls. They may have been filled, patched, and painted, but they still show through. Sometimes we leave… Read more.

  • The Church Funeral

    Over the course of thirty-five years in ministry, I have had the sacred privilege of being with many individuals as they died. Some were in… Read more.

Philip W. Turner

Since 1991, I have had the joy of serving Pine Street Church in downtown Richmond, Virginia. The journey has brought so many special people and experiences to my life. These are the inspirations for many of my thoughts.

Philip

“Let the faithful people rejoice in his honor and sing for joy from their couches.”

— Psalm 149:5

Essays

  • The Dusty Driveways

    Sep 25, 2026
  • Nail Holes

    Sep 16, 2026
  • The Church Funeral

    Sep 13, 2026

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