Essays

THE FREEMAN: Thanksgiving & the State of the Harvest

Keely Covello writes for “The Freeman” on America’s agricultural holiday and the land.

Nov 28, 2025

A Theology of Tending Animals

On the ancient spiritual discipline of managing livestock.

Apr 17, 2025 • Keely Covello

The Monster in Melides

Every small town sees the shadow, from Portugal to California.

Feb 20, 2025 • Keely Covello

Hippies & Cowboys: The Murder of Mendocino County Rancher Dick Drewry

When 85 year-old rancher Richard Drewry was killed, I went home to shoot a documentary about his case and the changes in †my town. Nothing could have…

Nov 23, 2024 • Keely Covello

The Road Ahead for UNWON

Today Is Day One.

Nov 10, 2024 • Keely Covello

Take Heart: Meditation for Election Day

Voting is a sacred duty for believers, a practical act of caring for our family, loving our neighbor, being salt and light in the world.

Nov 5, 2024 • Keely Covello

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