Welcome to The Woodlands! I’m glad you’ve dropped by. I’m Jake Owensby, Bishop in the Episcopal Church and Chancellor of Sewanee: The University of the South. The Woodlands is a place for us to reflect on life and to look for the wisdom we need to navigate life’s challenges and complexities
I’m the author of seven books including Looking for God in Messy Places and A Resurrection Shaped. My most recent book A Full-Hearted Life is now available for preorder. In all of my writing I listen to life—real life—with the help of faith, hope, and love. Especially love. I think that’s how we connect with God and with each other.
My wife Joy, our dog Gracie, and I live in the Kisatchie National Forest in Central Louisiana. And that’s where I wonder and reflect and write: The Woodlands. So if you’re up for a deeper connection with God, with nature, with others, with yourself, come join me here.
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Thanks again for coming by. I look forward to sharing thoughts with you and hearing your wisdom and insights.
Peace…………….. Jake
