Four weeks of Advent anticipation brought us to this moment, Christmas is upon us. Many of us will gather for worship tonight, celebrating the birth of Jesus. Many families will make time for private worship to bless one another in celebration of God’s great love. Many people will not see the spiritual reality playing out before them. Like the multitudes in Bethlehem two millennia ago, […]
Today, I went to the funeral home to visit with friends and family of one of my church members who went to be with God a few days ago. She was a precious saint with a youthful and joyful spirit. She lived with challenges that affected her mental and physical capabilities, but everyone who knew her, knew how easily she transcended her circumstances. As I […]
Have you ever stumbled upon a quote, a scripture, a hymn or prayer that suddenly exploded with significance to you? It is amazing how amid all of the words and images of each day, something of deep meaning can break through. It is one thing to find those treasures while on retreat or in a time of intense reflection. It is something even more amazing […]