Anticipation. That is what comes to mind when I think about Advent. The excitement leading up the birth of our savior, counting down the days, singing songs of prophesies foretold and helping make Christmas miracles come true. Unchecked this anticipation … Continued
(left: me. Right: published author, big time blogger, paid speaker. I’m not jealous or anything) Several weeks ago I went to hear Jen Hatmaker (Christian author and blogger) speak. A friend of mine had told me about her book, 7, … Continued
Last spring I talked about Assistance League and why it’s important to me. This week we finished up another fall season of Operation School Bell (OSB), Assistance League’s major project that clothes kids in our community who might otherwise fall … Continued
I don’t have any pictures from our volunteer day so I thought I would share the first day of school pic. So full of promise. As promised, I took Addison to serve lunch at our local shelter (Food for Friends). … Continued
For a town our size I’m always amazed at how many people get hit by a train. That may sound weird but it seems like I’m reading in the paper every other week about another person who was killed on … Continued
“For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick … Continued
It’s that time of year again…VBS. Last year we had a great time learning what Nazareth was like when Jesus was a boy. This year we visiting Daniel when he lived in Babylon. At Babylon VBS we learned how his … Continued
Almighty God, you have given us this good land as our heritage. Make us always remember your generosity and constantly do your will. Bless our land with honest industry, truthful education, and an honorable way of life. Save us from … Continued
The following is a letter from the Disciples of Christ General Minister and President, Rev. Dr. Sharon E. Watkins. More from her can be found at her blog. June 2012 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, In fielding questions from … Continued
Wind who makes all winds that blow gusts that bend the saplings low, gales that heave the sea in waves, stirrings in the mind’s deep caves aim your breath with steady power on your church this day, this hour. Raise, … Continued
