History, Real Life, and Faith
Santa Claus is a topic that often comes up in December for Christian families. Should he be part of the holiday tradition? Why, or why not? My husband and I chose not to include Santa Claus in our traditions while we raised our children. “What do you mean no Santa Claus?“ My mother was aghast. “You’re going to take all…
Read More
Everything you need to know about a liturgical Advent season!
Thanksgiving is next week in the United States and I’ve been getting prepared. Mostly, I’ve been working on my heart, which always needs scrutiny in the thanksgiving department! But this fourth Thursday in November holiday is one of my favorites because it’s family reunion time. I won’t be there this year, but the knowledge I always can go home and…
Read More
The 5 significant roles of a prayer partner–and why we can all use one!
Why does an educated person need to know about the Bible?
“A Mighty Fortress is Our God,” sung in Martin Luther’s very church! What could be a better experience than that for a Lutheran? My husband, daughter and I inadvertently took a “Reformation History,” tour of Poland, the Czech Republic, and eastern Germany in spring 2018. The highlight was a Saturday night service in St. Mary’s Church, “The Town Church, or…
Read More