Community

Community

Epiphanies. Unannounced, these singular moments open life with explosive understanding. The funny thing is, these new insights come when we’re just living life, doing ordinary things. They can entice us away from our routine ways, reminding us that there is more is to...
Strength in Community

Strength in Community

Battles are so daily, aren’t they? Battles for health. Battles for our families. For our faith. Battles for others’ souls. For our mental health. Our finances. Our longings! We’re often bombarded with distractions and opposition to our needs and longings day in and...
Strength in Community

Strength in Vulnerability

“What is the bravest thing you’ve ever said?” asked the boy.   “Help,” said the horse.   “When have you been at your strongest?” asked the boy.   “When I have dared to show my weakness,” answered the horse. Charlie Mackesy, in his exquisitely...
Running with the Pack

Running with the Pack

Before the arthritis in my knees became a problem, I jogged for exercise. My goal was to run a 5K. I bought good running shoes, clothing that wicks away water, a fanny pack for my phone, and downloaded a running app to keep track of my pace and distance. I had...