Tag: Today’s Faith
The Christmas Shadow
Stories are fun. Over the years there have been many stories written about animals being present in the stable on the night when Jesus was born. This story brings us a family, a modern…
Let the Light Shine In!
For seven years, I have dreamed about having a big, new window in my study. I wanted more light, to be able to see more of God’s world as I wrote. Formerly a bedroom,…
Blessed to Share
When I was a child, giving God thanks for the many blessings we enjoyed was the focus of our Thanksgiving holiday. We started the day at Church. I loved the harvest decorations. I don’t…
What does God look like?
We believe that we are asked to be like Jesus, but how do we do that? Jesus lived two thousand years ago. We have no pictures. Long ago, I read a story about a…
The Opening
In my garden, buds swell fatter and fatter. The process is slow, requires patience. Finally, the opening. A majestic splash of colour greets me. The flower’s exquisite beauty sparkles with the morning dew. We’ve…
Questions
I’ve been reading about Justice Murray Sinclair, the new chancellor of Queen’s University. What an amazing human being. Beginning with his valedictory address at high school graduation to this latest prestigious appointment at Queen’s,…
This New World!
For a long time the changes brought by technology have been creeping up on us. Rather than fighting it, I have dabbled in the internet. Skype brings me my Vancouver grandchildren. I can’t hug…
Today’s Faith – May 2021
As Mother’s Day approaches, COVID-19 may be limiting you to Facetime, Skype or just plain old phone calls with your mother. It’s not the same as being there. We miss the physical touch, the…
An Easter Transformation
I love the Easter celebrations. Focusing on new life, especially in today’s world, feels essential. There are many ways to experience resurrection – new life. I am blessed to be a white, middle-class, educated…