So You Want to be a Sheep? By Maureen Hager Sheep are mentioned in the Bible more than any other animal; symbolically they refer to God’s people. All the sheep that belong to the shepherd are of one flock. God has many names; each one describes an attribute of His character. A favorite…
Got Five Minutes? By Letitia Suk “Take five minutes to pray for your work each day and see what happens,” was the challenge proposed by our pastor to the congregation years ago. I remember thinking something like, “Duh!” Of course, I already pray at least five minutes a day for my work…don’t I? Surely…
Five Tips for Flexible Family Faith Time by Stephenie Hovland Guess what? There is no such thing as a perfect Christian family! That means there isn’t one perfect way to devotions. In fact, I’m thinking the word “devotions” might need to go. Think of this as family faith time. Let’s go through five…
A Child’s Life of Christ: HEARTS AFIRE Storybook #3 in Series THEY MET JESUS In storybook 3, Hearts Afire, your children will meet…. *Zebedee where they learn to share with their friends, including their time. *Simon the Zealot where they learn to try to make friends with someone no one likes. *Hurt…
Walking in Your Own Shoes By Kolleen Lucariello Here in my home state of New York, October ushers in the fun of pumpkins, apple picking and salmon fishing season. There’s also the beauty of leaves peaking, apple cider and cozy sweaters. Among the many things October has to offer, it has also been designated…
Life in the Silence Infant Loss Awareness Month By Kristine Zimmer Orkin Jacob entered the world silently. There was no collaborative gasp of joy with the final push that announced his arrival. No newborn wail of indignation as his warm little body emerged and felt coldness for the first time. No congratulatory cheer…