For much of the Animal Kingdom, springtime is a season of birthing and the excitement of new babies; it also is a time of newness which brings its own unique challenges. So too in […]

I love this time of the year.  Winter loosens its grip and the smell of spring is in the air.  It’s the time to celebrate the birthdays of family and friends and to celebrate the […]

There is an old proverb that says, ‘March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb.’  This alludes to the fact that March in the northern hemisphere straddles winter and spring.  Typically, […]

In years past, the focus always seemed to center on Valentine’s Day, love and romance, chocolates and flowers. But somehow this year, Valentine’s Day seems to have faded into the background amidst the chaos […]

Stronger Together

The highlight of the month of February is Valentine’s Day. Who doesn’t like getting all dolled up to go out on a romanitc night on the town? Yes, there is history […]

Remembrance

There is a day set aside in the month of November for remembrance. At the time it was created, it was to remember all those who had given their lives in the world […]

Some things never change. As much as we could use that with a negative emphasis, it can also be really good! We live in a world that is changing so fast that it is impossible […]

Who would have thought it… the church… a politically active force!
I’ve heard pastors say “well I think we should stay focused on “spiritual” things”. Well, perhaps it’s best for us to broaden our perspective […]