Journeying to Grace

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  • The Voice of Encouragement

    Though I no longer watch her videos, I’m often reminded of the encouraging words an exercise instructor offered to her class (and to those of us watching via DVD). I… Read more

  • Our Part in the Body of Christ

    Many years ago, I took a couple of anatomy classes. My studies focused on soft tissues and bones, and the first thing we learned was ‘muscles move bones at joints.’… Read more

  • How Long Is This Train?

    A couple of things came to mind as I recently waited in my car for a very long train to pass by. First, I thought fondly of my mother with… Read more

  • God Is Love

    While on a walk through my neighborhood this week, I noticed many bare Christmas trees on their sides along the street, waiting to be picked up and taken away. Having… Read more

  • A Guiding Star for the New Year

    Last Sunday at church, my gaze kept being drawn to the very large nativity scene on the far side of the altar. Not just to the scene itself but especially… Read more

  • O Holy Night

    Years ago, I dreamt of running a year-round Christmas store. What could be more joyful than Christmas every day?! I had fun sketching a design for a logo and planned… Read more

  • It’s Almost Time

    Of all the ‘Weeks of Advent,’ this Third Week resonates with me the most. Memories of lighting the Advent Wreath come rushing back. I’m the youngest of five children, and… Read more

  • Making Room

    While running errands last weekend, I drove by a church with a sign that displayed a message similar to: We are all innkeepers – will we have room for Jesus?… Read more

  • Advent Prayers for You

    So, have you received it yet? The first Christmas card of the year? Mine came on Monday. (I’m in awe that my friend is so prepared and ‘on top of… Read more

  • Gratitude – Strengthening Our Spiritual Health

    This week it’s easy to remember to offer prayers of thanksgiving and to show our gratitude. Whether we will be spending the holiday with family, with friends or even alone,… Read more