O Ancient Gates I am the gate. Whoever enters by me will be saved, and will come in and go out and find pasture. – John 10:9 (NRSVCE) The gate may appear antiquated, but beautiful nonetheless. Most critically, it is THE gate which the gate keeper opens for those who […]
Grounded
Lord, I can’t see the big picture. Help me to trust in You in the midst of change and to be a “giving tree” deeply rooted in You and upon which those around me can depend.
ANGELS AND DOWNTURNS
In this inspired piece, author Michael Vassallo introduces readers to a type of angel that breaks the cherub stereotype.
To sin, or NOT to Sin. That Is the Question.
To Sin, or NOT to Sin. That Is the Question. The philosophy Jesus gives us in Matthew 18 is, “Three strikes—you’re out!” (That is until you’re ready to reconcile.) If someone sins against you, you should 1) speak with them alone, 2) then with another from the church (community), and […]
The Power of a Heartfelt Prayer
Kimberly Novak reflects on healing miracles as a direct result of praying away life’s troubles.
Retreat and Discernment
Author Margaret King Zacharias shares a ‘transfiguring’ retreat experience exploring Ignatian spirituality and encourages others in the process.
Three Things I’ve Learned from my Chickens
Three Things I’ve Learned from my Chickens As writers, we know that one aspect of writing well is writing authentically. By that I mean we have to follow the rules of the reality we are writing about, whatever they may be. The rules governing Middle Earth are a little different […]
A Writer’s Vision
Kimberly Novak invites you to step out of your comfort zone by asking God to reveal your spiritually creative side.
Just A Little Bit
…A little bit was enough. A little bit was beautiful and rewarding. I’m gonna keep trying to do just a little bit each day. (Maria Riley)
Flying Solo
Just one individual on site offering care to the sick and infirm. Is it you?
Lisa Livezey