. . . from the Pastor’s Desk

A tennis professional was giving a lesson to a new student of the game. After watching the student take several swings at the tennis ball, he began to suggest ways in which the strokes might be improved.

Finishing Unfinished Business

Was there something that was left unsaid before your loved one died? Or was there some act that was never apologized for—perhaps an argument, an old grudge, or an outright abuse? It is difficult in most human relationships not to look back and feel sorry for something that was said or left unsaid.

Swinging for fences and settling For singles

The batter is warming up on deck – meaning he is the next one to come to the plate to face the pitcher.

When Will We Ever Learn?

A young man said, “I believe in Jesus, and I believe in heaven, but I don’t believe in the devil or hell.” How can we know what Jesus said or did? Jesus and the Devil, also heaven and hell, are found only in the Bible. Jesus said, “You come from your father, the Devil...

Concerning Smiles

We should Thank the Lord for the gift of a smile, among other things, of course, like music and love, things that speak all languages and have healing powers all their own.

Coping with multiple losses

People often experience multiple losses over a short period of time. How do we cope with these losses when they occur so close together? It may be another loss of a person you love dearly. Or it may be the loss of something different, such as the loss of a pet or the loss of a job.

What Are the Chances?

Some of the most wellknown celebrities grew up in poverty. J.K. Rowling had lived in a car with her daughter, but Harry Potter has made her a multi-millionaire. Bill Cosby lived in the South Philadelphia slums with his mother and siblings. Yet, his talents brought him fame and fortune.

Finding Inner Peace

Are you at the point in your grief work that you would like to have that tortuous pain go away? Is it wearing you out, and you just know that you will never feel joy again? Does it seem to persist, and each day returning with that same deep feeling of emptiness?

. . . from the Pastor’s Desk

Sunday is Mother’s Day. To quote one mother, “The joy of motherhood is what a woman experiences when all the children are finally in bed.” Not only do mothers seem super-human at times, but all mothers speak the same language. Maybe you have heard some mother speak: “Don’t get smart with me.

Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor, Oklahomans should be learning that the Eastern Red Cedar is putting livestock and property at risk. Eastern Red Ceadars soak up 40 gallons of water per day.