“Are You With Me?”

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When asked this question, we get it. It indicates a quest to be understood, and our need for agreement. We search for “common ground.” God created us to value togetherness – being on “the same page.” Mutual values, goals, and practices make for better progress as a team. This is indispensable in fostering good family, … Read more

Stronger Than the Storm

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One evening, after a long day of teaching, Jesus was resting in His disciples’ boat while they were sailing on the lake. Suddenly, a great windstorm arose, and the waves were crashing into the boat. Where was Jesus while this was happening? In the stern of the boat, fast asleep. His frantic disciples woke Him … Read more

“Who Do You Think You Are!?”

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I recall a time or three when I thought I was bigger than I was. Though a decent kid, trying to be ‘smart’, get attention, or prove I was one of the ‘gang’ did not go well for me. I discovered consequences at home or at school for inappropriate or disrespectful behaviour. “Funny thing – … Read more

“The Pope”

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This past Easter Monday the Catholic Church worldwide grieved the death of Pope Francis. Thereafter, 133 cardinal electors from six continents made their way to the Vatican. Grieving gave way to anticipation as the conclave gathered. On Thursday, May 8th, white smoke emerged from the chimney of Sistine Chapel indicating that Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost … Read more

Thank You, Volunteers!

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I have been thinking a lot lately about the wonderful volunteers that we have in our church. As I write this, we are getting ready for our annual Church Yard and Bake Sale, to be held on Thursday to Saturday (May 15-17) from 8 AM to 1 PM each day. Our team has been working … Read more

The Fact That I Live

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Last weekend Christ-followers honoured the historic suffering, death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth. We remembered the gamut of emotions felt by His disciples; their sense of absolute defeat gave way to hope and blessed assurance because our Saviour proved Himself to be alive! That Jesus lives means that I, too, will live. I … Read more

April Foolishness

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How was your April Fools’ Day? Did you make it through the day unscathed, or were you the victim of someone’s practical joke? Perhaps you were the prankster, keeping others on their toes throughout the day. I am not a practical joker, partly because I don’t want to lie, and partly because I wouldn’t be … Read more

A Secure Future

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I have been in four delivery rooms. For nine months each of our “kids” had valued their mom’s womb; there they were fed, warm, and protected. For them it was a secure place. Their life and growth became evident as the womb expanded, or a limb moved. One son would jump for joy (I assume!) … Read more

‘HOME’ RENO

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This past week my wife and I chatted casually about our desires and plans for this year. We have a list! – including ‘refreshing’ our home. Periodically we like watching home reno shows. Some seem “over the top” with affluence, but some creative ideas can be adapted to suit our present needs. Personally, I have … Read more

‘Trust Issues’

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Small town _a great place to live! I so appreciate Blenheim’s sense of community. There is an openness to any good idea. The progressiveness of the BIA and like-minded organizations has enriched us. Shoppers come from near and far. Seniors and city-folks have discovered the touch-of-country pace a welcomed change in retirement. “People even speak … Read more