Turning Pain into Growth
On Wednesday, I attended an Ash Wednesday service at our church. After the service, I attempted to lead fifteen or so 6th grade students through the symbols, meanings, and subsequent […]
On Wednesday, I attended an Ash Wednesday service at our church. After the service, I attempted to lead fifteen or so 6th grade students through the symbols, meanings, and subsequent […]
Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and creativity. It is the source of hope, empathy, accountability, and authenticity. -Brene Brown I love these words by Brene Brown. […]
At Valentine’s Day, each year children design drop boxes in order to have their class mates give them a valentine themed in their favorite cartoon, sport, movie, or other popular […]
On Sunday, the world tragically lost an icon in Kobe Bryant. Kobe wasn’t just a sports icon but a global icon, The Black Mamba. The world responded in palpable grief. […]
I was recently sent a meme by a friend that said, “I’m giving up drinking for a month. Sorry bad punctuation. I’m giving up. Drinking for a month.” Ah the […]
We live in a part of the world where the topic of sex is… a bit taboo. Yet we know how much it impacts our relationships, our health, and our […]
I’ve been in the Christian church all my life, including serving several different churches in pastoral or clergy roles for some 25 years. Over the years, I’ve walked alongside countless […]
Would you like to have a more healthy approach to the holiday season this year? Try these things: End a quarrel with a friend or relative. Seek out a forgotten […]
The holidays can bring out the best in you. Sometimes, they can bring out your worst. Take the opportunity this year to better communicate with friends and loved ones. One […]