I came from Migdal. A town widely known for its fish - a special coincidence I hardly consider chance. After all, Jesus called his disciples “fishers of men” - I was one of his fishers. I was one of those who fished for humanity with Jesus’ truth. I proudly declared my role as a fisher of men in my very name. I was Miriam of Migdal - that’s what he called me…. But I’m getting ahead of … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2016
Rediscovering Miriam (Part 1)
March 30, 2016 By 2 Comments
Easter always reminds me of her. So much attention is focused on the disciples who fearfully ran off. They abandoned Jesus. Even denied him. And yet, so little attention is focused on her. Except maybe when the scriptures are read. Of course, I’ve always preferred the scriptures about her over the fanciful, awful stories, legends and fables. Those made up stories run rampant about her. … [Read more...]
Just Get a Job!
March 29, 2016 By Leave a Comment
We gathered as family groups in the large student center. I was Laura Thirty-Six, age 15, and soon got acquainted with my sister Jenny (age 13) and widowed Dad, Mike (age 37). Our situation looked bleak from the outset. Dad was out of work and collecting unemployment. His check didn't even cover our rent - nonetheless food, utilities, gas or medical expenses. Desperate to provide for … [Read more...]
How I Experienced New Life
March 28, 2016 By 2 Comments
I’ll never forget that day. The day I received a fresh start. The day I experienced new life. When I arose that morning I never would have expected for it to end the way it did. I awoke with a pit in my stomach. The feeling you get when you know you have to walk through something - but you don’t want to. When you would rather do anything else on that day, but that which … [Read more...]
