“You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for
Tag: pastor's wife
Dry Land
Lately, I’ve been overwhelmed with writing projects and concert preparations. To-do lists cascade beyond the lines of my planner and onto post-it notes, phone reminders,
Structural
Our little church is not so little anymore. Attending services still feels like a family reunion and newcomers have a hard time escaping without many
Hallmark Doesn’t Make Cards for That
Yesterday I searched and searched for a card, but could not find one suitable for this morning’s wedding—the most beautiful wedding I’ve ever attended. The
Our Temporary Eternal Flame
Many churches feature an “eternal flame” at the front of their sanctuaries, a continually-burning candle that signifies the presence of Christ. Our church, being nondenominational
Joyfully, Ryanne
I sign my emails “Joyfully,” which seems ironic. I don’t tend toward cheerfulness when I open my cluttered inbox. Signing my emails this way began
A Bookish Charm 