Tag: faith communities
Stairs to Heaven
This past Saturday I attended the life celebration of a friend from the Flint area. He was a super dad, a great friend, and the epitome of what it means to live a life full of love and giving. I rarely saw him angry. He was one of those people who you could rely on. … Continue Reading Stairs to Heaven
The Journey Begins
Today begins the 2023 Lenten Season which will take us through a time of reflection and meditation on what our Lord did for our salvation. Ash Wednesday 2023 will be a little different because the weather has made its own pronouncement. Many faith communities in this area have either postponed or canceled worship services for… Continue Reading The Journey Begins
Praying for Michigan State University
I had planned a very different topic for this week’s Corner. I am guessing that like many of you, I watched the news unfold on Monday night as we learned there was an active shooter on the campus of Michigan State University. Over the next four hours I waited for regular updates from the police… Continue Reading Praying for Michigan State University
Cabin Fever
Last Thursday, Punxsutawney Phil made his annual appearance to tell us how long this winter will last. For those who enjoy these snow-filled days, you will be happy to know that there will be six more weeks of winter. In many southern states, which are experiencing unusually cold temperatures, ice storms, and even blizzards, this… Continue Reading Cabin Fever
Putting the Pieces Together
Every once in a while, a Puzzler’s Corner is truly about puzzles. Late last year, I learned that COSTCO is selling the largest manufactured puzzle. It is 60,000 pieces and comes in 60 bags of 1,000 pieces. The puzzle image is a map of the world. I have discussed this puzzle with friends, some who… Continue Reading Putting the Pieces Together
We Can’t Wait
This week’s Corner is a point of personal privilege. Last Thursday evening, my family gathered, via Zoom for a Gender Reveal Party. My niece Brittany and her husband Odera are expecting their first. After greeting one another, the excitement began. There were three games for the reveal. The first game was to guess, from Brittany’s… Continue Reading We Can’t Wait
They’ll Know We Are Christians by Our Love
Last week I watched the Michigan – Michigan State basketball game. This year’s first meeting took place at Breslin Center. The two teams will meet again at the Crisler Center later this season. As the players were warming up, the camera panned around the arena. The angle only showed the bottom third of the fans. … Continue Reading They’ll Know We Are Christians by Our Love
Oh, How I Love Jesus
Over the past several weeks I have watched an advertising campaign about Jesus. It comes from the website: Hegetsus (https://hegetsus.com/en/about-us). On their about us page the creators state the following: “He Gets Us is a movement to reintroduce people to the Jesus of the Bible and his confounding love and forgiveness.” The information on the… Continue Reading Oh, How I Love Jesus
Jesus is the Reason for the Season
Growing up, I enjoyed numerous Christmas traditions. One of my favorite celebrations was singing Christmas carols. My family moved while I was in high school, and our new neighborhood would have block parties on Memorial Day and Independence Day. At Christmas, our neighbor Eli would host a Christmas party. A small group of carolers would… Continue Reading Jesus is the Reason for the Season
An Invitation to the Table – A Thanksgiving Message
In my parents’ house, this week was always super special. My mom, similar to many women of her generation, was an amateur chef. Her regular menu included smothered pork chops, meatloaf, fried chicken, and numerous casseroles. She looked forward to Thanksgiving and Christmas — the best investment of her culinary talents. She would do her… Continue Reading An Invitation to the Table – A Thanksgiving Message