Every year, social media are awash with admonitions to remember what it is we’re actually memorializing on Memorial Day.  It’s not about sleeping in or having a picnic or a barbecue.  Rather, it’s a day for solemn reflection on the human cost of freedom and the many lives lost in its pursuit.  And it is […]

When I was a kid, one of the things we would do every morning in school was the Pledge of Allegiance.  (Unlike the photo, there were indeed 50 stars on the flag in my day, not 48.)  A classmate – either a teacher’s pet or someone who was selected as part of a rotation – […]

If you’re familiar with the story of Jesus’ crucifixion, then the name Barabbas is one you already know.  All four Gospels mention Barabbas, and his inclusion in Scripture seems incidental, happenstance.  But something struck me about Barabbas this week, and I wanted to share it with you. In brief, Barabbas had previously been sentenced to […]

In many ways, this move has been like any other move we’ve ever done.  Lots of boxes to pack and unpack?  Check.  Figuring out what will go where in the new house?  Check.  Learning how to get to various places?  Check.  Getting signed up with banks, schools, utilities, etc.?  Check.  Of course, you can add […]