Calling & Clarity

The Rev. Becca Kello is an Episcopal priest living and serving in Lexington, Kentucky. She often finds God’s presence in nature while hiking or out playing with her dogs, Coakley and Oliver. She is passionate about the intersections of faith and justice, and all sorts of discernment that leads to a clarity of calling.

  • Day Thirty

    Oh God, why did I leave him? I told him I wouldn’t leave him! . . .Why did this have to happen when I stepped away? Continue reading

  • Day Twenty Nine

    It’s there, is just dormant; you have to talk about the fact that it’s really you thats sick, not someone else. Everyday I set aside time to wrestle with God about the fact that I have cancer. Continue reading

  • Day Twenty Eight

    We know the odds are against us, but still…we’re praying for a miracle. Continue reading

  • Day Twenty Seven

    There are nights that I go to bed hoping not to wake up, and when I do, I pray to God that he will forgive me for my sin. Continue reading

  • Day Twenty Six

    Thank you for letting me tell those stories; I needed to be reminded of God’s presence in my life, and they are such a good way to remember. Continue reading

  • Day Twenty Five

    I don’t want to die a drunk. God is gracious, but, hell, I don’t want to die as a damn drunk. Continue reading

  • Day Twenty Four

    It’s a miracle; I mean I feel bad for the 50% who don’t survive, but the fact that I’m free is something I give thanks to God’s grace for. . .God’s grace and mercy. Continue reading

  • Day Twenty Three

    . . .please, God. . .ease her suffering, come and take her. . .please. . . Continue reading

  • Day Twenty Two

    I just feel so ashamed, so, so ashamed. . .lower than a snake’s belly because my faith is wavering and I don’t know what to do. Continue reading

  • Day Twenty One

    We’re doing fine; just trying to keep faith. . .which, honestly. . . It’s just. . .it’s just really hard. Continue reading