Staff Blog
Teacher Appreciation
This past Sunday we had a meeting with 20 of our Sunday school teachers, and what a blessing it was! I am absolutely amazed by all the people that work so hard and want to make a difference in the lives of all our children. Some Sundays are easier than others but it is always…
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THE SCULPTOR
THE SCULPTOR This massive, weighty thing, a giant granite rock, Cut out of mountainside, it sits as one great block. Transported far away from ice and winter snow, Cold is left behind. Now, in sculptor’s studio. Shattering hammer blows, the hard granite, pounded. Giant pieces flying, sharp slivers compounded, Rocks, pebbles pulverized, dust…
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Dancing with my Daughter
As part of my daughter’s senior year in National Charity League, she participated with her senior class in a special ceremony called senior recognition where the girls are recognized for their service to the community with various charitable leagues and foundations. It’s really kind of a big deal. Picture a wedding, with 15 brides! :-0…
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ANXIETY’S SCORECARD
ANXIETY’S SCORECARD March 5, 2018 I seem to use a scorecard ev’ry day: “How’s it going? Are things going my way?” “Are things finally ‘coming together’?” “Are struggles getting any easier?” “Will they finally be in a good mood?” “Will she notice her crummy attitude?” “Did somebody notice what I did well?”…
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A Hell of Mercy
Sometimes, it’s extremely difficult to see what God is doing through our suffering and pain. This poem is dedicated to making that a little clearer… A HELL OF MERCY Augustine said his heart, like a haunted mansion, From which he found no rest; search for satisfaction. No escape could he find, tormented distractions, Ghosts…
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