To be in ministry for the long haul, I'm learning that it requires some support, vulnerability, and deep devotion to Jesus for sustaining faithfulness. Rich Nathan (pastor of 30+ years) lists some great practices. Check out the source page for more details on each practice. Source: #1 Build a rock-solid daily personal devotional life with … Continue reading Healthy Practices for Pastoral Leaders
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#LilacFire Update and Coping with Crisis
Lilac Fires 2017 Hoehn Community: Yesterday Bonsall, Fallbrook, Oceanside, Pala, and Murrietta were affected by the #LilacFire. Many of our employees live in mandatory or voluntary evacuation areas. Some have evacuated and are staying with friends or family members, where they are safe. Others are staying home, hoping the fires are contained and don’t spread. … Continue reading #LilacFire Update and Coping with Crisis
A Reflection on Death, Abundance, and Compassion
Today’s scripture readings have a few themes: http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/120617.cfm Death Abundance comfort/compassion Death In my late 20’s and early 30’s, I struggled with panic attacks. I had an immense amount of anxiety about dying. This manifested itself in different ways, mostly through a fear of getting sick or having a heart attack. A few factors contributed … Continue reading A Reflection on Death, Abundance, and Compassion
A Prayer of Desire by Thomas Merton
Source: A Prayer of Desire by Thomas Merton “My Lord God, I have no idea where I am going. I do not see the road ahead of me. I cannot know for certain where it will end. Nor do I really know myself, and the fact that I think that I am following your will … Continue reading A Prayer of Desire by Thomas Merton
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