I’ve been following the writing and teaching, as some of you know, of Richard Rohr, a Franciscan priest who directs the Center for Action and Contemplation (cac.org) in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I’ve learned so much from him about how to … Continue reading →
I attended the local symphony one recent Sunday afternoon. Now that my husband is gone I renewed my annual subscription for just one seat. Occasionally the one beside me (the one Charles occupied) is empty as most people seem to … Continue reading →
I’ve decided to make some changes to my life this new year. Maybe you’re doing the same. For example: I’m hiring a cleaning service once a month. I’m hiring someone to repot my house plants. I’m spending some of my … Continue reading →
I’ve heard this quote many times over the years but it popped up again when I was mulling over the wonderful weekend of my grandson’s wedding in Ohio a couple of weeks ago. As family and friends gathered to celebrate … Continue reading →
The following passage from Proverbs 3:5-6 from The Message says all that I’m trying to say today and much more as we get on with this new year of grace. Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don’t try to figure out … Continue reading →
I like to spend time at the end of one year preparing for the new year. You know–purging files, shredding old documents, hiring a crew to get those cobwebs in the corners of my high ceilings (no ladders for me … Continue reading →
Hi friends. I interviewed my good friend Kathy Collard Miller for this first post for the new year. I thought it might spark you to consider reading what she found in the Bible about friendship and how her discoveries … Continue reading →
Enjoy your holiday with your family and friends. I’m going to do the same. I’ll be back ‘next year.’ 😉 Karen
Continue reading →My parents taught me early in life about the joy of giving. In their own way they modeled the teaching of Jesus, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” (Acts 20:35) As I watched them share their money, … Continue reading →
May the HOPE of the world hold you close throughout this season and all through the new year. Christmas is a season not only of rejoicing but of reflection. ~ Winston Churchill For it is in giving that we receive. … Continue reading →