Rustlings (August 9, 2021)
Now that all the fun FAQs have been addressed (last week’s article), maybe it’s time to go a little deeper. Here are a few more questions I’ve been frequently asked while recovering from bypass surgery: Were you scared before the surgery? I was more sad than scared. My biological mother died at 44 and my […]
The Branch—August 9, 2021
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The Branch—August 2, 2021
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Rustlings (August 2, 2021)
Since returning to work (and restaurants and grocery shopping and life, in general), I’ve enjoyed running into friends and exchanging hugs and stories. Just for fun, here are some of the FAQs (frequently asked questions) I’ve been asked… in case I haven’t run into you yet. Can we bring you casseroles now? No. Was your […]
Senior Adults: Save the Date!
The Senior Adults are having a picnic! The date is Friday, September 10, from 4:30-6pm. We’ll gather on the AYMC terrace and enjoy food and fellowship. It’s a chance to be together again safely and just visit. Won’t you come join us? Reservations are required, so we will have enough food and seating. Make your […]
The Branch—July 26, 2021
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Rustlings (July 19, 2021)
Although I feel a little crazy for doing it, I thought this day might come—the day I become a student again! In August, I’ll begin my Doctor of Ministry at Candler School of Theology in Atlanta, GA, part of Emory University. The program is built for those who work in ministry across the country; therefore […]
Rustlings (June 28, 2021)
In Mark 6, Jesus directs his disciples to go out into the countryside “two by two” (a phrase that immediately triggers the song from 2011 Broadway musical, The Book of Mormon, to play in my head) to heal people and preach repentance. He instructs them to be as unremarkable as possible: to bring only one […]
The Branch—June 28, 2021
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Rustlings (June 21, 2021)
In 1998, First Baptist Church took proactive steps to create a program called Protecting Our Children, a preventive measure to reduce the risk of child sexual abuse occurring in our church. Through the years, we have revised our program to include training classes, screening forms and background checks. In 2020, we made significant enhancements to […]