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Simple Joys

There are hard days… days so hard I wonder why I signed on for them.  Had I not undergone the three brain surgeries, I would probably not be alive — or certainly not functional.I know my conscious decision for surgery … Continue reading

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Is the Church less of a business than football?

Wes Welker is a receiver for the New England Patriots.  He was in a contract renegotiation this past fall.  Now that the season has started, he is not getting as much time on the field as previus years. Qutestions are … Continue reading

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Essentials of the Church

The Shepherd and I were talking today- exploring some of the aspects of the Church.  Not as a structure or belief system, but as the gift God gave to reveal Himself to man.  What are the essentials?  What makes the … Continue reading

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Lessons from a Bird

I have a parrot named Bonkers, an African Gray to be more specific,  I enjoy him being around and have tried for months now to get him to be friendly to me,  I talk to him, give him treats, and … Continue reading

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Why I like Football

Peyton Manning is Back.  After a tumultuous year, he has found a home in Denver.  He played a very solid game against Pittsburgh and lead the Broncos to victory. One of the things that stood out in reading the article … Continue reading

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Silence or Speak?

Yesterday the Shepherd preached for a funeral at the church he pastored.  I attended and had several people approach me.  They wanted to tell me how good I looked.  Several expressed sadness at how things worked out. I find myself … Continue reading

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Searching for a Church Home

How do you look for a church home?  What are the criteria?  Is it a question of programming, opportunities to serve, feelings of connection? It has been many years since I was looking for a church home.  I do not … Continue reading

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Now What?

It is an “interesting time” in my life.  With the brain tumor, I was already struggling with my identity.  Now, I am not a Shepherd’s wife either.  I do not know my role in the Church anymore… I don’t even … Continue reading

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The Lord’s Supper or Exclusion?

1 Corinthians 11 17 In the following directives I have no praise for you, for your meetings do more harm than good.18 In the first place, I hear that when you come together as a church, there are divisions among you, and to some … Continue reading

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Natural Order.. A Good Thing

I went to the Neuro – Opthamologist yesterday and received less than desired words.  I shared on Facebook the results for two reasons.  One, so people I bump into might forgive me if I do not recognize them.  Second, people … Continue reading

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