charity, Uncategorized

Grace

This is scary.  So many times, this word comes to mind, but I’m never quite sure how to put something down on paper.  Today, the word grace whispered to me, but I, again, chose to file the word for another time.  Then, I went to do the scripture readings for the day.  What was today’s… Continue reading Grace

faith journey, Uncategorized

Freedom

I remember taking a school field trip with my fellow classmates to the city known for freedom – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  What impressed me the most was seeing the Liberty Bell with its infamous crack and reading the story behind it.  When we were younger, did we really understand what freedom meant and how blessed we… Continue reading Freedom

faith journey, Uncategorized

Foundation

What is your foundation built on – solid ground, sand, or rocky ground?  Of course, I’m referring to the foundation of your beliefs.  At one time or another, I can picture myself in all of the above.  Sometimes I feel so strong and it’s easy for me to stand on solid ground, never wavering in… Continue reading Foundation

faith journey, Uncategorized

Change

A memory came rushing to me as I was sitting in church, upon hearing that word whisper in my mind.  I was sixteen years old again and sitting on my parents’ front porch listening to my record player and singing to the song “Hey Jude” by the Beatles.  The boy that I had met the… Continue reading Change

faith journey, God's messengers, Uncategorized

Sharing

       Only remnants remain of our Thanksgiving celebrations, however small or large. Now, we are continuing on the next part of our journey into Advent.  The three wise men were definitely pilgrims, being guided towards a very sacred place, a simple manger in a stable, holding the Christ child.  Their plan?  Following a… Continue reading Sharing

Thanksgiving, Uncategorized

Litany (of thanks)

       Are you still in pilgrim mode?  I pray that you are still walking with me on this journey towards “your sacred place.”  Were you able to walk the labyrinth last week in contemplation?  If not, there is always time to make a commitment to walk with God. Remember, our journey is not… Continue reading Litany (of thanks)

God's creations, Uncategorized

Amazing

The first visual I picture in my mind is fireworks.  I love fireworks!  Even as a child I can recall going to the 4th of July parade in our small town, watching the stream of local marching bands, fire trucks and other entertainment stroll down Main Street.  Then, once the sun went down, we were… Continue reading Amazing