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“How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity” (Psalm 133)

One of our deacons was recently hospitalized to undergo surgery for a women’s health issue. A certain deaconess, who had always been close to her, took the entire day off from work so she could accompany the deacon to the … Continue reading

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“The Pastor’s Wife’s Hat II”

In the closet of my life are many hats—blessings gathered through the unusual life of being a pastor’s wife. For decades I cherished one particular hat, wearing it with pride. But one day, when I was forced to take off … Continue reading

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“The Sunrise Highway”

Next to the parsonage runs a highway called Sunrise Highway. During rush hour, countless cars pass by, and because our children’s school lies across it, we also meet that stream of traffic every morning and evening. True to its name, … Continue reading

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“Leader”

Last week, my youngest son told me he had a school assignment: he needed to interview someone about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Among his questions was, “Why is it important to remember his birthday?” That simple question made me … Continue reading

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“Mission”

Not long ago, I waited for my older sister at JFK Airport with a mixture of excitement and nervous anticipation. It had been nearly fifteen years since we last saw each other. I wondered what I should say first, what … Continue reading

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“An Unforgettable Exhortation from a Saint”

A pastor once endured great hardship while completing his Doctor of Ministry degree in the United States. During his years of study, his wife supported him tirelessly, and the entire family shared the financial strain and difficulties. At last, he … Continue reading

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The Cross

—at Church Street I felt the breath of the Creator—not distant, not concealed—but moving among us,tender as light on open skin,vast as the unseen tide. Time did not pass—it opened.It widened into stillnesswhere all moments meet. Creation—and Crucifixion—not two, but … Continue reading

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“Searching for an Inheritance”

In our home, the phone rings countless times a day. Because we never know who might call, or when, or for what reason, someone always has to be available to take messages. Old friends from church calling after a long … Continue reading

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“Within a Single Letter”

A few weeks ago, an unexpected prayer request arose in my heart. It began with a letter from a young man—twenty‑one years old—whom I had never met, a young man writing from prison. The letter said: “I am writing because … Continue reading

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Peter’s Lament

Before the rooster crowed at dawn, “I do not know Him!” “I do not know Him!” “I do not know Him!” And when I turned away—cursing and denying You before the servant girl’s accusation— I met Your sorrowful eyes. Lord, … Continue reading

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