Several months ago, two friends shared some of the challenges of putting down new roots in an unfamiliar place with their families. Among the challenges were new relationships/schooling for their kids, different weather patterns to adjust to, a new church to be tethered to, to name a few. These changes have required courage to navigate…
Category: New Life
Advent as Shekinah Glory
(This story was edited on the third anniversary of my mom’s passing) During the pandemic, a typical morning for me was a “breakfast video chat” with my granddaughter Violet, who was almost four at the time (She’s almost seven now). We would usually catch up on events from the day before and what she looks…
Seasons of Prayer
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. I Thessalonians 5:16-18 Three years ago, when the pandemic first hit, I organized two weekly prayer gatherings with other women online. We were a small group who delighted in seeing other faces and connecting during that…
Divine Surveillance
It’s been two months since I have published anything due to a series of unfortunate events that have hit our household. I will try to catch you up here by beginning with a story…. “Who gets cancer in their leg?” Both Johnny and CJ were present for the biopsy report of a large malignant tumor…
Seed-Soil-Water-Wind-Roots
A Pentecost Sunday Reflection Fragility of seed Cracked open in order to grow Planted in good deep soil Bringing life from death. Readiness of soil Anticipation of a good crop Stones and thorns removed Ground broken, sifted. Water of life poured over us Providing nourishment Working Your mystery with Light Repent, be baptized Sins departed,…