Two days ago, we entered the season of Advent. For me, one of the most poignant Advent texts is the account of Mary’s visit to Elizabeth. Both women are experiencing […]
Stories
An Encouragement for November
Just in time for All Saints Day, I led the funeral of an everyday saint. A “Renaissance woman” and natural athlete, Donna White, who was born blind, roller-skated, played tennis, […]
An Encouragement for October
I’m leading a Bible Study on Zoom on Wednesday nights using a new book by NT Wright specifically for these days of social distancing, God and the Pandemic: A Christian […]
An Encouragement for September
As women, especially women ministry leaders, we are faced with many situations where we may not be the loudest, most prominent, or most acceptable voice in the room. However, we […]
An Encouragement for August
Every experience of solitude and struggle offers us an opportunity for growth and transformation. “Go to your room!” The words sounded harsh, but the intent was to force separation from […]
An Encouragement for July
It was as refreshing as a drink of cool water at hot midday. I was encouraged in a zoom gathering of women in ministry on the first day of this […]