Our Hope: Share Your Blessings

“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me … ”  (Matthew 25:35, ESRD).  The LORD your God has blessed you.  Whether you recognize the blessings or not, they are there, they were given ...

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Does Ireland’s Decision on Gay Marriage Represent the Church?

The Republic of Ireland, one of the most devout and thoroughly Roman Catholic countries in the world, has just settled a controversial, popular referendum question–asking its citizens if the government will allow and endorse same-sex marriages.  In spite of recent Catholic bishop letters publicized (and read at recent church services), ...

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Five Bible Verses to Help with Depression

There are days when I feel completely insignificant. I wonder if anyone cares or even knows I exist. I feel lost, alone, and so very hopeless. Do you ever feel that way? Do you ever just want to pull the covers back over your head and give up? Don’t! Here ...

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God Is Waiting For You to Trust Him

“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” (Lamentations 3:22-23) A little while back, my housemates were on vacation and their dog, Sammie, was left for their sons to watch.  One night Sammie was left alone for ...

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Who Calms the Storms of Life?

National Hurricane Preparedness Week runs from May 24 through May 30.   Using #Itonlytakesone to impress upon folks the truth that: “It only takes one storm to change your life,” the National Weather Service is serious about raising understanding of tropical cyclones.  From facts such as “six inches of storm surge ...

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