When I was teaching preschool, a mother of a four-year-old boy asked me when she should talk to her son about God. Since I was teaching in a Christian preschool, the question surprised me. And since I was recently married … Continue reading →
In the past few weeks, through the wonder of ultrasound technology, I’ve “met” grandchildren #2 and #3 who will join our family later this year. Grandchild #1 (that’s him in the photo), who’s nearly five now, will get to be … Continue reading →
Three grieving but faithful women approached the tomb on the first day of the week. As they neared the tomb they began to discuss how they might be able to roll the heavy stone away from the entrance to the … Continue reading →
Good Friday is a solemn day in the Christian calendar. It commemorates the Crucifixion of Jesus. It is a day of special prayer and fasting. We reflect on the sacrifice Jesus made in dying for our sins. We consider His … Continue reading →
Throughout the week we have been sharing ideas on this website on how to bring meaning and perspective to the Easter story. Understanding the ‘meaning’ of Easter is exactly what I had in mind when hosting a Last Supper for my family. … Continue reading →
My mother turned 90 last fall, so we had an open house for her after church. Over 200 friends and family members joined us in celebrating her birthday. Our family is blessed that she is still going strong at her … Continue reading →