Staying Courageous When the Season is Blue

Fall is a spectacular time of the year, especially for those who enjoy the shift in weather and anticipate the various holidays the season brings. However, it can also host shadows of our past. It can remind us of people, places, and roles we have lost, health...

The Smallest Thing

When I was in jail, the Christmas cards we got were such a highlight! The women who came to visit us had idea we would take the glitter and rub it over our eyes like eyeshadow. It was the smallest little thing but brought us such joy in a really hard place. Our...

Waiting for a Wanderer

When I think of our mission and vision, it is really easy for me to get excited. Often, we think about the person who is surprised by the story of Jesus coming to Earth as a baby. We delight in letting them know, for the first time, that someone is pursuing them,...

Story Marks

Before we could fully open the door to enter the venue, we were warmly greeted by a woman who welcomed us into “Story Marks.” This was a unique event to the city. Tattoos often carry a deep meaning, and this event was to highlight some of those stories....

Rejoicing in Rest

“Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”  Matthew 11:29 How many of us have planned a vacation? We work hard, incessantly looking at the calendar, dreaming of the day that vacation will...

The Gift of Prayer

I am a gift giver. I love the thrill of searching for just the right thing or stumbling upon it by chance and then beautifully wrapping it up (thank you Hallmark college job experience) and watching someone’s face when they open it. I love to get gifts for my husband...