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This coming Sunday is Pentecost when the disciples received the Holy Spirit in public and began to preach the Good News about Jesus Christ to everyone.  The Holy Spirit is the part of God that makes us want to be with … Continue reading →

If we were perfect, we couldn’t belong. Church is a place, a sanctuary, a refuge for Imperfect sinners. Just this morning, and quite regularly, I am reminded how inclusive we are at this church called Joy, and to also be … Continue reading →

Before this month is over, three of my grandchildren will have celebrated graduations:  one from high school, one from college, and the third from grad school.  Since they’re brothers and sisters, they’ll celebrate with one BIG party of friends.   I … Continue reading →

I’m being a little silly with the title question but must confess to loving a calm sea on a small lake.  My brother owned a sailboat for a while and we sailed the intracoastal waterway in St. Augustine at dusk, watching … Continue reading →

I’m not challenging God’s revelation in Scripture, but some Bible stories puzzle me. There’s a story in 2 Kings 2:23-24 about the prophet Elisha on his way to Bethel. Some boys came out of the city and shouted at him: … Continue reading →

Here is a slightly edited blog from a couple of years ago. As I age, birthdays become even more meaningful for me. So this is my gift to you and to me and a tribute to all our mothers who … Continue reading →

If you’ve ever sung or played a concert or performed on stage, you know the big let down that comes when it is over. You spend weeks rehearsing, refining every nuance. Then there is the exhilaration of the performance itself, … Continue reading →

This coming Sunday is Mother’s Day and everyone will be thinking about their mother.  I was very blessed to have a wonderful mother.  I always knew that I was loved and cared for.  She taught by example more than words.  … Continue reading →

Nobody enjoys being lied to. And yet we hear them all the time – from the news media, in courtrooms, even from trusted friends and partners. The truth hurts, but we’re all dying for it. This was clearly shown by … Continue reading →

It’s my privilege to have a new neighbor who has been deaf since birth.  Her parents were both deaf, as are her siblings and their spouses.  My hubby and I had the pleasure of meeting several of them at her … Continue reading →