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New Beginnings?
Today was the start of a new church schedule. The Sunday school hour is running concurrently to the 1st service. There is a fellowship time between the services. The hope is to have the church interact more. Also kicking off … Continue reading
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Sacrifice and Connections
The budget crisis leads to thinking about loyalty. If I have no loyalty to the church, why would I sacrifice for it? Why would anyone sacrifice for it? This congregation is very disconnected — the people seem very disconnected one … Continue reading
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Budget Crisis continued
I have spent more time pondering the budget crisis. If I am redundant, please forgive me. The shepherd and I moved here a year ago. We took a pay cut in spending power. We also have a business that took … Continue reading
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Broken Wrist
A couple of days ago my daughter, Bob, called me. She was very excited about having found roller blades for a reasonable price. At our previous address, our skating area was the top of the driveway and the two younger … Continue reading
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Budget Crisis
The church has been operating on a shortfall since we arrived here. The shepherd asked about budget things when we first arrived and was instructed that it was not his to be concerned about. It is now time for all … Continue reading
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Remembering 9/11
I have been watching footage from ten years ago when the planes struck the Twin Towers. I had forgotten how stunned the world was – and how confused we were about what had happened and what it meant. Even so, … Continue reading
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Vulnerability
I have noticed a particular phenomenon. When new or less secure relationships share a profound vulnerability, the relationship becomes at risk. There is a lady in the church who is a “closet alcoholic”. She did some rehab at a clinic. … Continue reading
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A “godly” argument
I am sitting in a coffee shop listening. Two men are getting agitated with one anther as they discuss the implications and understanding of God’ law. “If we cannot understand, why try?” Voices rise. “I am in agreement with you, … Continue reading
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Happy Anniversary
21 years of marriage. Is that long? Is it a milestone? Is it even commendable? Does it speak to character? Or is it more like the man who walked a mile in a day? One step at a time – … Continue reading
Who am I?
The answer to this simple question seems to be paramount to the success and happiness of life. I am Wife, mother, business woman, friend, pastor’s wife. I am tired, lonely, afraid. I am strong, confident, ready for a challenge. All … Continue reading
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