Big brother C & Lil sister K Hey, everyone! We wanted to take some time to talk about foster care, as May is foster care awareness month. We want to share a few pieces of our story to illustrate what God is doing in our hearts, and in our lives. Our foster care journey is... Continue Reading →
Lil C's cross craft The other day, Lil C (our two-year old foster son) and I went on a bike ride and came across Resurrection Cemetery on 17 Mile Road. It wasn't planned but we turned into it’s entrance and rode peacefully and respectfully through it’s quiet road. I was surprisingly comforted by the headstones.... Continue Reading →
We are going to call these letter board posts, “Hallway Highlights”, HH in the titles for short. So here’s #2! Now We are all facing uncertain times and unprecedented disruptions. Two weeks into this new normal, I think we’ve begun to level out. Balancing our two at-home work schedules with our two full-time toddlers has... Continue Reading →
Crafting, artwork, and even writing has long been like a deep lost gem in my soul. Each takes time, intentionality, seeking, quiet. Honestly, it’s like walking a winding descending tunnel to a far down crevice where you’re certain something precious waits to be uncovered. Sadly, the journey often seems too much of a commitment and... Continue Reading →
It’s said every cloud has its silver lining. In the winds of recent days a Kingdom-minded Christ follower should be a light amidst darkening skies. Here are some simple thoughts I journaled this morning, I pray they both encourage and spur you. Family Coming Home. Family and home is the founding block of Christ’s church.... Continue Reading →
Flakes whirring. Firs wagging. O, the purity of snow.O, the power of wind. O, the peace of this wintery show.Father, praise you. Beauty. Jesus, praise you. Purchased. Spirit, praise you. Liberty. Freedom. Finally.
Introducing a letter tile board we have in the hallway of our home. It's a simple passing place for a truth, reminder, or challenge in the chaos of our daily grocery bag unloads, impromptu dance parties, and toddler break downs. From today's sermon at The Woods Church, we were reminded "when favor is present you... Continue Reading →
The small short flame flickers before me. It’s not a novel view, except perhaps here in our new home. This candle is a familiar companion. The stroke of a match and the waving orange blade is an element in my worship, my meeting, my becoming. It reminds me of God’s fiery love. Naturally wild, consuming,... Continue Reading →
At the age of 14, I knew I was called to full time ministry, encompassing the admirable job description of being a “missionary.” Between the ages of 14 and 26 and I went on 11 different short term mission trips, and one long-term 6 month stay, overseas. My heart always yearned to be overseas, doing... Continue Reading →
“...we have the mind of Christ.”1 Corinthians 2:16 ESV For the record, I am not going crazy (Erin recommended I say this). However, I am outside my own mind. You see, my old ways of thinking are strangely fading away and my mind is now daily transforming clearer into the conscious of Jesus Christ. I've... Continue Reading →
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