By Keith Short It was an early morning stroll along the beach. It was one of those quiet mornings, nothing really happening, and it seemed as if all was fine. Our conversation was mostly small talk. We were not planning anything special. You know how it goes: “What do you think we should do […]
Fishing for Something New–How one man let faith guide his job transition
By Jamie Shafer As God transforms us, his light bursts through to all components of our daily lives, including our workplaces. This process often prompts individuals to question how their career ties in to the next stage of their faith journey. Some wonder if they are being called into vocational ministry or to make […]
Make Easter Holy
By Eva Juliuson We can’t make Holy Week any more holy than it truly is. Our heavenly Father sent Jesus to live, die, and rise again because he loves us with an immeasurable love. It is the most important event in all of history. Nothing can ever change or minimize the incredible gift God […]
Not-So-Holy Holiday
By Kelly Carr Sometimes it’s hard to get emotionally built up for an annual event. When something is rare, occasional, or the fulfillment of a long-term goal, that day is fraught with anticipation, uninhibited joy, perhaps a bit of relief. But when events occur regularly, expectedly, they can lose their wonder. That can happen […]
In the World — April 13, 2014
By Christy Barritt Animal Rights Activists Petition Pope to Stop Releasing Doves A new petition is calling for the head of the Roman Catholic Church to stop releasing doves as part of official ceremonies at the Vatican. The petition was created after a recent event where birds of prey attacked the doves upon release […]
