I have a shelf full of devotional books and they are what brings me comfort – especially in these days of confinement and uncertainty. I love how I can pull one out to read a selection and it perfectly suits my situation that day. That Continue reading →
A repost from 2015 just because I have been totally avoiding the mirror during the Covid 19 pandemic for obvious reasons. This is one of my favorite pictures from my wedding day. I have several but for some reason I love this one. Never mind the Continue reading →
Prayer for a Pandemic by Cameron Bellm May we who are merely inconvenienced remember those whose lives are at stake. May we who have no risk factors remember those most vulnerable. May we who have the luxury of working from home remember those who must Continue reading →
Today’s post is written by my friend Katybeth who blogs at Odd Loves Company. I found her blog years ago and we have remained “imaginary friends” ever since. She has a heart as big as mine and her goal in life appears to be similar Continue reading →
The buzz on Facebook and other places today seems to be centered around what you are giving up for Lent. Typically Ash Wednesday is the time where one gives up something for the period until Easter Sunday—–one year I gave up chocolate, another year sweet Continue reading →
Take heart. He is peace. This week we light the final purple candle. This final candle, the Angel’s Candle symbolizes peace. It reminds us of the message of the angels: “Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward Men.” May you be enveloped in peace during this Continue reading →
JOY! Just reading that word brings a smile to my face. Joy comes in all shapes and sizes, doesn’t it? Joy is the feeling of pleasure or happiness. When was the last time you witnessed or experienced true joy? I hope that the answer to Continue reading →
A baby can change everything, can’t it? In the case of the Christian world a baby came into the world and definitely changed the world because of his birth, his life and his death. It is something that I as a Christian cling to and Continue reading →
Advent has always been a really special time for me. I have great childhood memories of growing up and having special traditions during Advent. Advent is the time of preparation and and expectant waiting for the celebration of the nativity of Christ. Sometimes it gets Continue reading →
Gratitude. It’s what this season seems to be about. November is often the time that we step back and take stock of what our blessings are. This year one of my friends from my Iowa days, Mary Hopper, has started a little gratitude practice named Continue reading →
