Month: September 2024

SERVING THE GREATER GOOD

I once walked to this meadow each morning to take in the beauty and at times, capture the sunrise. The meadow became my treasured sacred space that was an easily traveled distance from home. So, I was quite disappointed when plans were then made… Continue Reading “SERVING THE GREATER GOOD”

WHAT TRAGEDY IS ASKING ME

(Written after yet another school shooting) Each morning after I awakeand greet the early dawn,I make a cup of coffeethen turn my laptop onand wonder if my heart will breakwith news of more lives gone. Each tragedy is asking meto bravely choose love’s cross,to… Continue Reading “WHAT TRAGEDY IS ASKING ME”

CELEBRATING JIM’S 30 YEARS OF MINISTRY

This morning, our two local churches–Cross of Grace Lutheran and St. Timothy’s in the Valley Episcopal–gathered together for an outdoor worship service and picnic. We also honored my husband, Jim, on his 30th Anniversary of Ordination into Ministry! Today I am reflecting on his… Continue Reading “CELEBRATING JIM’S 30 YEARS OF MINISTRY”

FROM MY HEART

Dear Reader Friends, You may already know that I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2015. I am so grateful to be thriving now, nearly ten years later! But I am also grateful that during those difficult days, I felt God’s presence so deeply,… Continue Reading “FROM MY HEART”