Monthly Archives: December 2011

When the brain fails

I have always prided myself on my intelligence.  It was the one place in my life I was confident. I am struggling now with memory loss.  I do not know what to do.  It scares me… a lot.

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I hate cancer

At the church there is a small group that has been together for many years.  They raised their children together and are now sharing grandparenting stories.  These 10-15 people are the ones everyone likes. This past week one of their … Continue reading

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“Cost” of Excellence

The Shepherd has been out of town since Sunday after church.  He has gone to retreat, be outside, and contemplate the next series of sermons and teaching videos.  Today, the music minister joined him to brain storm ideas for the … Continue reading

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Aligning pieces

Tonight I had coffee with Judy.  She has been one of the key figures in the Divorce Care ministry. Judy and her ex-husband went to Bible college and then poured themselves into serving God through the local church.  They went … Continue reading

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Affirmation

This has been a “crazy” time in my life.  The emotions have wreaked havoc in what typically appears a very collected lady.  I have been up, down, and down further in the past few  months.  My poor family and friends … Continue reading

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Contrasts

This morning Derrick shared his sermon with me before church.  That is a very rare thing.  I knew then, today could be the start of some healing for the church. Before the sermon, Rob shared with the church of the … Continue reading

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It is time

The shepherd.  His job is hard.  His job is good.  Today, he will speak as a prophet which is always dangerous. There will be an announcement today of some of the abuse that has gone on at this building.  And … Continue reading

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‘Til Death Do US Part

The Shepherd is getting ready to officiate a wedding for a couple.  They are both divorced with children from the first marriage.  In getting ready for the wedding, the couple is faced with obstacles from their children. People often assume … Continue reading

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