Monthly Archives: November 2025

I wrote about ministers last week. and I’m continuing now.  One of the hardest things a minister faces is expectations. Members of churches often have expectations of their ministers that are sometimes at odds with those of the minister. That’s … Continue reading →

Water flowing through a brook reminds me of the twists and turns that my life takes. I see myself as a small leaf floating on a brook. The size of the brook doesn’t matter, nor the length of its path; … Continue reading →

“Believe It Or Not” was a show that aired in the ‘80’s, as I recall. Robert Stack was the host. His voice timbre was perfect; he had a mysterious quality that drew you in, almost holding your breath for the … Continue reading →

Now that’s a “churchy” phrase that I have heard repeatedly in these many years of mine.  I’ve heard it read, and I’ve sung it.  It was part of the liturgy which was used for many years.  But I don’t think … Continue reading →

While reading a la-la book (that means there isn’t much depth, the storyline just flits along), the mother in the story was quite outspoken and at times estranged from her two daughters.  They tolerated their mom. That scenario does not describe … Continue reading →

No, this will not be about autumn, though I do miss the smell of autumn, a distinctive scent of leaves and coolness.  I’m conjuring up a wonderful mind photo of colorful fallen leaves, herbal tea, sweater-weather and good memories. Instead “the … Continue reading →

This week, we remember the men and women who served in the defense of our country. It is our solemn task to remember these sacrifices. One that serves to remind us of the acts of bravery and selflessness that these … Continue reading →

Today is Sadie Hawkins Day. That’s the day in Al Capp’s cartoon world of Dogpatch where unmarried men and women participated in a race. If a woman could catch a man, he had to marry her. And the weddings were … Continue reading →

Sometimes life can really through a curve ball. As old as I am, with as many of life’s experiences as I have had, I know my family and friends have had curve balls thrown at them also. Not sure that … Continue reading →

Being a part of God’s family in a spiritual community is supposed to be peaceful and joyful. Only when sin gets the better of us does it become a lonely place, with guilt and shame constantly conspiring to rob us. … Continue reading →