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When my children were young (4-12 years) they were best of friends with another family group. Those particular children had a diversity of racial backgrounds – African American, Native American, and Mexican. My girls were talking about racial diversity and … Continue reading
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Marriage is not fair
When a couple first marries, there is often a sense of turns. The household chores are divided evenly with attention paid to equality. There might be negotiations about who gets the most hated chores or trade offs to get the … Continue reading
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Silence can be deafening
Last week Tom sent a note to the elders inviting them to tell the shepherd he was wrong about camp promotions. Since that time, the elders have not spoken. (It is possible they answered Tom, but they did not advise … Continue reading
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Staff wife creates stir
The drama continues and perhaps moved into a very dangerous place. Terri is married to the associate pastor, Tom. The two of them (Terri and her husband) hold the most power and influence at the church. Terri contacted the shepherd … Continue reading
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Grace
Jilly is 12 years old. She is the step-daughter of the Youth & Children’s Minister, SF. Jilly has a bit of a wild streak in her that is attributed to the influence of her mom. My youngest daughter loves Jilly. … Continue reading
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Great Love
No greater love has one man for another than one lays down his life. We easily accept this idea on the surface. Growing up in the church, there is an understanding that Jesus did that. It is accepted – perhaps … Continue reading
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The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy Kingdom come, thy will be done, in earth as it is in heaven Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them … Continue reading
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Job Frustation
Hmm. Job contentment. Ministry effectiveness. Drive to do. Right now the shepherd is frustrated, hurt and tired of the whole thing. Sure would be nice to say, “Enough. Let somebody else do this.” However, when you feel called to the … Continue reading
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Surprise Visitors
A fun story. Tonight one of the girls set off the security alarm. Thinking nothing of it, I turned the alarm off and we continued getting ready for bed. About half an hour later, there was a knock on the … Continue reading
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The starts of connectedness
When we moved about a year ago, I was looking forward to the new. I was excited to meet new people and establish better routines with a fresh start. I was ready to engage in friends ship and intertwine my … Continue reading
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