I drove past the house for many years and somehow became aware of the life changes that were going on there over time. At first there were two people sitting out front or walking their dogs. An RV was parked… Continue reading

A friend is moving to a new area and in our conversation he commented that leaving his small, country church behind was hard because it is a nurturing community, led by a solid pastor, that is Biblically sound. He wondered… Continue reading

Ever been lost, unsure of where you were and how to get to your destination? Me, too, but not in the last 15 years! A useful piece of technology exists in my phone that allows me to pinpoint my location… Continue reading

As I write I am looking out the window of my home, across a beautiful landscape. I enjoyed a good night’s rest in a comfortable bed. My cupboard is stocked with plenty, my bank account has enough for my needs… Continue reading

An old story tells about a man who walked a tightrope over Niagara Falls. The crowds who watched cheered him on. He pushed a wheelbarrow up to the rope and asked, “Who believes I can push this across the rope?”… Continue reading

Life is complex, options many, situations sometimes confusing.  Several weeks ago, a friend who was dealing with bureaucracy asked me to help him. “Pastor Jerry, could you help me, make a phone call, find a way?”  We sat down together… Continue reading

In my living room there are portraits of special people – my children and their families. We share an identity, a sense of ‘belonging’ that goes beyond shared interests. We are family.  They can call me anytime, for any reason,… Continue reading

A little boy who attends our Awana group is unruly and that’s saying it kindly. He disrupts, runs away from group time, and requires constant supervision. Several weeks ago, during our large group session, Sammy (not his real name) needed… Continue reading

“You stupid little …” the words were ugly and mean, flung at a child who needed correction but her words only wounded an already hurting boy. The husband who was frustrated by his wife yelled in anger, “just shut up!”… Continue reading

I visited my grandson’s school this week for Grandparent’s Day. The priest of the sponsoring parish spoke to us about their mission which includes ‘making saints.’ When he said it a ripple of laughter went through the room. We grandparents… Continue reading