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shhhh….
A few years ago I made a commitment to myself to become more informed about what was going on the world around me. I realized that I had insulated myself in a little bubble and felt convicted that it was … Continue reading
Posted in current events, Lessons Learned, Life, news events, peace, Spirituality, Uncategorized, wholeness;
Tagged faith, feelings, focus, humanity, Jesus, lessons learned, news, politics, silence, stillsmallvoice
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the struggle to relax
Recently I had the pure joy of spending a whole day with my granddaughters. Just the three of us. No schedule. No plans. Just hanging out. There’s nothing better than keeping company with these two bundles of giggles and energy. … Continue reading
Posted in fear, grandchildren, Lessons Learned, Life, Uncategorized
Tagged God's love, learning, lessons learned, reflecting Christ, trust, uncertainty, vulnerability
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a few little things, a very big deal
This past week we had one of those Sundays when the unexpected became the theme of morning worship. I’m sure we’ve all had those days when, despite well laid plans, things simply go…well, by another plan. Or perhaps, Another’s plan. … Continue reading
Come on! We can do better!
As I have gotten older I have learned, sometimes in painful ways, that the structure should support the mission, not the other way around. And, as I understand it, the laws of our country are there to benefit and support … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, community, current events, Uncategorized
Tagged connectedness, God's love, life, news, politics
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freedom’s respect, respect’s freedom
Today is national Flag Day, a day for celebrating the flag and the country it represents. The country of the United States of America. Our country. I, along with many thankful Americans, hung my flag out on the front porch … Continue reading
Posted in community, connection, country, current events, peace, people, Uncategorized
Tagged #colinkaepernick, #flagday, news, peace, politics
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seeing jesus
Originally posted on is plain as Jane:
I arrived early in the morning to begin my day as chaplain on duty. After checking in I made my way to the pediatric chronic care unit to check on Martin. Martin was…
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little bits of redemption
Now that I’m preaching regularly I thought I might share some weekly messages. Since I don’t use notes when I preach I’m sure this message came out a little differently last Sunday but I’ve written it so that you might … Continue reading
Posted in breathing, Christ, Christianity, Faith, Lessons Learned, Life, life purpose, Uncategorized
Tagged Christianity, faith, humanity, lessons learned, redemption
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making space
This morning I’m as excited as a kid on the first day of school. I’m starting my new call as Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Kingsville! My living room is full of boxes stacked to be put in the car. … Continue reading
Posted in life purpose, people, Relationships, Spirituality, Uncategorized, wisdom
Tagged feelings, lessons learned, life lessons, memory, other, relationships
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a beautiful mess
It’s right about dawn Christmas Eve morning. All is still and calm. I love this time of the morning when the whole day is full of possibility. What I’m chewing on is… birth. Specifically the birth of Jesus. Thousands, maybe … Continue reading
Posted in Christ, Christianity, Christmas, Faith, Uncategorized
Tagged Birth, Christ, Christianity, Christmas, faith, Jesus, love
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in the aftermath
I read there was a guest preacher preaching at The First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas yesterday. I, too, was a guest preacher yesterday at a small close knit church community in Corpus Christi. I had been with this … Continue reading
Posted in Life, news events, nonfiction, people, Uncategorized, wholeness;, world peace
Tagged #texas church massacre #sutherlandspringsshooting, feelings, humanity, new, news, relationships
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