I stopped for another traffic light. Dear God, I don’t have time for this. It’s almost Christmas and I’m not ready. I’m so tired and my head hurts. Please, I need help. A few minutes later, I rounded the corner and parked in the driveway near the back door of my parsonage. On the wayContinue reading “Overworked and Blessed: A Christmas Story”
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A Word for Those Who Need It: Holiday Version
In the next few days, many of us will gather with extended family to celebrate the holidays. For some, this will be a joyous occasion filled with laughter, stories, good food and the chance to relax with people they love. Others will spend quality time with relatives who insist on indulging in a favorite addiction,Continue reading “A Word for Those Who Need It: Holiday Version”
The Guys
As the congregation finished singing the recessional hymn, I walked down the aisle toward the open sanctuary door and took my place just inside. I smoothed my white robe, adjusted the cincture, and made sure the stole hung evenly around my neck. This was my first Sunday as the associate pastor. I needed to lookContinue reading “The Guys”
Dear Elmer
Written in 2010 Dear Elmer, It’s Christmastime again. Last week when I was out to sea on USS New York, my husband Ken (you’d like him) brought down the boxes of decorations from the attic and before I got home, had hung your sleigh bells on the front door. I love how they jingle onContinue reading “Dear Elmer”
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