Blogger, Writer, Translator and Social Media Guru. I am a computer Programmer and Database Administrator.

Grant me the serenity to accept the stories I cannot tell, the courage to write the ones I must, and the wisdom to know when I'm just writing shite.

My name is Matthew Best. I’m an ELCA (Lutheran) pastor who attempts to translate church and churchy stuff into everyday language.

Follower of Jesus, writer, thinker, loyal friend - I'm imperfect. I lead my superhero grandchildren. I have a sense of humor. BTh / MBA from Vanderbilt

Humanizing the Church without compromising it. Where truth and love intersect. Connect with me www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-arco-88212712a

Share name w/ NYT writer - too confusing. https://ghostoftompaine.substack.com/ Political strategy, systems reform, media, religion, narcissism, values & more.

Watching from between continents. No flag. No slogans. Centre-lane politics with a conscience. Once a journalist, always a skeptic.

Sharing thoughts and insights about faith, history, and personal growth. Hoping to inspire more faith, hope, and love in a world that needs it.