Friends in Faith: Thelma Garry

When I think of Thelma Garry, I think of two words: service and community. She’d probably tell you they’re the same thing. Service is multidimensional in her life; her husband, Pete, is a retired Air Force colonel, and she and their children, some with special needs, accompanied him around the world. Everywhere Thelma went, among… Continue reading Friends in Faith: Thelma Garry

“Have You Come to Destroy Us?”

Note: On Tuesdays and some Sundays, you can find me at Your Daily Tripod, owned by my friend TonyD. A longer version of the post below appears there. “You can’t get to the resurrection without the crucifixion.” I don’t know who coined the phrase, but I’ve heard it so often. I’ve prayed over it so often.… Continue reading “Have You Come to Destroy Us?”

The Inside of the Cup

Note: On Tuesdays and some Sundays, you can find me at Your Daily Tripod, owned by my friend TonyD. A longer version of the post below appears there. Who doesn’t love a fun flirt, a sweet crush, a mild infatuation? We stand straighter, dress better, and perhaps are wittier in hopes of capturing the other person’s… Continue reading The Inside of the Cup

Giving Up “Everything”

Note: On Tuesdays and some Sundays, you can find me at Your Daily Tripod, owned by my friend TonyD. A longer version of the post below appears there. You know how your favorite scripture reading can change from time to time, depending on where you are on your spiritual journey and what joys and challenges life… Continue reading Giving Up “Everything”