Today marks the beginning of the season of Lent for Christians. We start by absurdly marking one another with ashes from last year's burned Palm Branches as a way of saying we understand with humility that we will return to ashes one day. I'm not sure we fully understand that, but at least we try.… Continue reading Soul Check
I'm currently immersed in a favorite topic of mine, Soul Care, as I prepare for another women's event. About 15 years ago, I learned the stunning fact that my soul required care. Before that, I never thought about it and I'm a pastor. In seminary there was talk about Self Care. This was about taking… Continue reading Soul Care 101
Jesus was a master storyteller. He loved tackling tough topics with stories about common things that every one could relate to. Lots of time he wouldn't even try to explain what he was talking about. He would just tell his story about the crops, the wedding, the farmer or the feast and leave it there,… Continue reading When Hummingbirds Argue
So, we arrived home last night. My husband had to work first thing this morning. I luckily, have a cushion day in which do buy groceries, do laundry and such. I also took some time to answer a few emails, get a few things on the calendar for this week and next week.My boys both… Continue reading Re-Entry
My family arrives late tonight. Solitude soon over. I've been sitting still so long the animals aren't afraid of me. I'm like Dr. Doolittle or something.This morning a tiny bird landed about three feet from me and started singing. He was so little but so loud, like surround sound. A giant brown shiny lizard made… Continue reading Last Day
Dr. Cindy Ryan 