by guest blogger Chris Gilmore You’ve heard about the kids in camps at the border. You’ve likely heard that the US government argued in court that it should not have to give these kids blankets, beds, soap, or toothbrushes. And … Continued
Pastor Paul appreciatively accepted the gift of the communion chalice and tucked it into his backpack for safekeeping. When he later opened his backpack, he found shattered shards of pottery. He glued the chalice back together and, despite its visible … Continued
Last year “Billy” joined our church’s youth group. He always showed up in a thrift store sport jacket and highwater slacks. A huge Doctor Who fan, he carried a plastic space screwdriver he had made himself, and quickly earned … Continued
The kids were down for the night and my wife was sewing when I wandered into the craft room. “I don’t know what to make of this,” she told me, “but for the past hour Paulette’s been heavy on my … Continued
I glanced back toward the door. “Is the rest inside?” “This is it. I like to travel light.” That was it? Everything they owned‑‑in two suitcases and a box? “Okay,” I said. I drove them home‑‑Patricia, her deep brown … Continued
After such a promising start, it was shocking how fast the Bible study group fell apart. There had been a great mix of people—several from our low-income neighborhood, along with some suburban couples who were serving as volunteer urban … Continued
Maybe we needed her more than she needed us “Which should I do—become a bag lady or check myself into a mental hospital?” Florence was sitting on my front steps, her gray hair pulled into a topknot. I … Continued