I've mentioned a program called CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) on this blog before. It's a court program where I service as an advocate for a child in an abuse/neglect case. Well, I've signed up for it again here in Peoria County. I was just notified that we're being … [Read more...] about CASA
CASA
Church quandary
What do I do about church? I've really enjoyed the services at the church I've been attending in Peoria. The pastor is really good. I walk away feeling like I'm learning something. And the worship is beautiful. But the Sunday School class for 20-somethings has not been so … [Read more...] about Church quandary
A Mennonite-Anglican Wedding
This morning I attended a beautiful wedding. It was held in Zion, IL at the Illinos Beach Resort right on Lake Michigan. Imagine this, a large ballroom with the front and left side comprised entirely of windows facing the lake. A gorgeous cloud free day with the waves rolling in. … [Read more...] about A Mennonite-Anglican Wedding
The smell of cows = home sweet home?
When I first moved to PA last year, I noticed the smell of cows right away. You couldn't miss it. It was a strong odor! Someone told me that there would come a time when I would smell the cows and be glad because it meant that I was home. I thought they were crazy. But it was … [Read more...] about The smell of cows = home sweet home?
Why go to Church?
Why do I go to church? Is it to find friends? To learn? To be fed? To serve others? Why, when I could be sleeping in, do I get up early and drive to church? What's the purpose of church? Can anyone answer these questions? I can't.I think of these things every week as I get up and … [Read more...] about Why go to Church?