If you watch late night television and you’re like me, you might know it’s easy to get caught up in the infomercials that offer the latest, greatest solution to life’s biggest problems. Sometimes they solve problems I didn’t even know I had! But after watching just a few minutes of the infomercial, it’s easy to become persuaded that I really need whatever it is they’re trying to sell. … [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...]
Secrets of the Super Bowl
February 2, 2012 By 3 Comments
This post was originally published on February 2, 2011 (hence the Super Bowl XLV logo!). I am re-publishing it today as we prepare for Super Bowl 2012. Also, visit Sojourners for an excellent article, "Super Bowl XLVI: Real Battles off the Field." Super Bowl weekend is quickly upon us. Parties are being planned. Snacks and drinks are being bought. And the anticipation … [Read more...]
I am (Pastor) Kristen
January 21, 2012 By 2 Comments
On Sunday afternoon I will ring a bell, be let in through the security gate, sign in, put on the required name tag and be escorted to the gym for my allotted hour. The generic name tag simply says "Clergy" but as the residents at the felony DUI incarceration and treatment center file in, I introduce myself simply as "Kristen". Leading the worship service at the facility once a month … [Read more...]
Is today Orphan Monday?
November 7, 2011 By 1 Comment
With tears streaming down my face, I listened, worshiped, and prayed with people from 24+ countries around the world in thousands of congregations during the live webcast sponsored by Christian Alliance for Orphans. Weighing heavy on each of our hearts were the known and nameless, near and distant orphans of the world - the 145 million children - facing uncertain futures with no mom, no … [Read more...]
