I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. – John 15:1-2 No one likes the process of pruning and the pain of loss, but...
Create in me a clean heart, O God and put a new and right spirit within me.-Psalm 51:10 Happy New Year!! 2024 is here! A new year gives time for pause, a time to reflect, and a time to reviewwhere we have been and where we are each going. What new traditions or habits do...
In every conceivable manner, the family is link to our past, bridge to our future. – Alex Haley You are members of God’s family. Together, we are his house, built on the foundation of the apostles and the prophets. – Ephesians 2:19-20 As I write, Michyl-Shannon and I are back in my boyhood home on the...
While they were there, the time came for her to deliver her child. And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no place in their rooms. – Luke 2:6-7 Away in a manger, no crib for his bed, The little...
One candle is lit…..For the hope of the age.For the reign of God’s peace.For the joy of these days.For God’s loving surprise.For the Christ birthday here.One Candle is Lit-Hymn # 128 in Chalice Hymnal As we dive into this Christmas season, there will be much to do; as our Elder Barbara reminded usthis past Sunday...
Yo howdy all y’all – rejoice, this is the day Creation hath made. The weather has gloriously changed – a new season’s blend of harvest and preparation. “Gardening with God” presents challenging opportunities for faith, trust and a reliance on Grace. I’m talking about composting. The piles of leaves and textured cuttings that appear and...
