This space for the next few weeks will be a different type of Advent Calendar – a countdown, to be sure. Instead of opening the door to find a little chocolate or toy, each day I’ll examine a treat/jewel of the Anglican Church. Continue reading
The women stood all lined up, waiting. Watching, preparing, like lionesses getting ready to pounce. Positioning themselves strategically, to the best places to get what they wanted. Fingers flexed, smiles broadened, and at the appointed time, those hands rapidly reached out… Continue reading
As of November 1st, frosted upon the glass doors of each Starbucks was this year’s Christmas theme: Rekindle the Joy.
Rekindle the joy of November?
I’ll be the first to admit that it isn’t always easy to make changes in the church. We Anglicans tend to hold onto our traditions tenaciously. It takes courage to step out and try something completely new. Still when we see that something isn’t working the way it once did, maybe we need to take a deep breath and consider changing. Perhaps it is time to ask some important questions Continue reading
I would love to meet you and find out more about the children’s ministry in your parish. Please take a moment to introduce yourself and tell us where you live, if you are comfortable doing so, and what you see when you look out of your window. Continue reading
My son held up the receipt and with excitement in his voice, asked for a happy face. Grinning widely, the employee asked my son ‘Now, what’s the magic word?” Dutifully, my son responded “Tickle Pickles!”
My son often looks at his feet when he is riding his bike. When this happens, his balance falters and he topples over. I remind him that he must keep his vision cast ever forward – to the horizon to which he aims. We in the church need to do the same. Continue reading
Our snarky remarks and snide comments subtly suggest that the individual we ridicule is not worth God’s time, effort, or love.
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The tattoo is not just a colorful picture on their arm or leg, it is a mode of self expression, an artistic story of identity. The image chosen to be a permanent fixture on the body signifies something important about the individual. Continue reading
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