Students found the idea of a week in silence more alarming than a week detoxing from substance abuse, but as full time high school English teachers, my husband and I treasured the time in silence and prayer.
The Bible and quantum physics teach us: our actions affect future generations.
What we do now will affect those born a century from now.
I tried “Free Listening.” I rediscovered that listening is priceless.
I went out on Free Listening Day not sure what would happen. I was reminded of what matters most.
Talking Scripture: You Can Go Home Again
Tonight I was blessed with a three-generation discussion about the Bible. I’m still pinching myself.
After the Holidays (with unchurched grandkids)
Our four-year-old granddaughter enjoyed retelling the Christmas story. So did I – until it took an unexpected turn.
Grandparents: embody God’s love (with your unchurched grandkids)
As a grandparent, I’m called to embody the light of God to my grandkids. One way I do this is through sharing children’s books that pass on essential values.
I was a grandkid who didn’t go to church. Here’s what mattered.
My relationship with my grandparents planted some of the seeds for my adult conversion to Christianity.
My grandkids don’t go to church. What can I do?
It helps to remember: we are all the Body of Christ, and the hem of his garment.
The Legacy of a Faith Community
I was reminded on Sunday that people make a church a home. Physical structures cannot compare to God’s spirit shining through God’s children.