Living through Foggy Days Have you ever been in a situation where, proverbially speaking, you would not be able to see your hand if it were placed in front of your face? You ask, “Do I turn to the left or should I turn to the right?” Or perhaps you are contending with a relationship…
Tending the Soil … Planting Lavender
God calls us to faithfully persist in hoeing the solid ground of our hearts and replenishing it with the needed nutrients and rich dirt that God so generously supplies. Therapeutic Gardening Do you enjoy gardening or planting of any kind? Perhaps the colors of a well-laid out garden catch your attention? Or maybe, it’s the…
Wonder and Worship
La Crèche de Noël La Crèche de Noël. Every Christmas market in France has one. And whether they are put in a place of prominence or tucked away from the main traffic of the event, la Crèche de Noël remains a part of the festivities. The Santons of the South A long history of the…
The Invitation
One bright, starry night on the tiny hilltop village of Bethlehem, God incarnate came to earth in the form of a helpless baby. Yet, His obscure arrival stands as a reminder to all mankind. The invitation was given to all humanity. It is a call to you and to me to remember that from the…
A Thankful Heart
What are You Thankful For? At appropriate times, my husband and I love to introduce portions of our culture’s celebrations to our expat congregation. Thanksgiving festivities are some of our favorites that we try not to miss! This past Sunday we had a Thanksgiving Service followed by a delicious meal with all the trimmings and…
