I grew up on a farm where days, weeks and months marched to the beat of Time. Time to plant. Time to hoe, Time to harvest. Time to drink sweet tea on the front porch. According to the Bible, “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven” (Ecclesiastes 3:1 NIV). The days of the week drummed a steady beat – wash on Mondays, iron on … [Read more...] about On Time
Family
Strengthening the bonds of family, those we were born with, those we are married to and those beyond who create a safe place for us to trust and grow.
The power of a father’s blessing
Last month we talked about the first four critical times of blessing in a child’s life. Each of those times of blessing answers the identity question ‘Who Am I’. Blessing at conception answers the identity question, “Am I welcome in this world?” Blessing in the womb answers the question, “Is there a safe place for me?” The third critical … [Read more...] about The power of a father’s blessing
Reflections on the sanctity of life
I’ve been thinking about how that phrase applies to an unexpected pregnancy. After working in the area of unexpected pregnancy support for almost 15 years, I have a few thoughts. In 2024, “sanctity” is a word that people don’t commonly use. That doesn’t mean it’s not relevant, far from it. As someone who works in communication, I believe it’s important to use words that … [Read more...] about Reflections on the sanctity of life
The blessing of a Mother
Building Strong Families in Canada In an era where the very definition of family is undergoing profound transformation, the traditional family structure, as we have known it in Canada, finds itself under scrutiny and redefinition. As debates rage on about what constitutes a family, it becomes increasingly evident that the strength of a nation is tied to the strength of its … [Read more...] about The blessing of a Mother
The Inescapable St. Valentine’s Day
My wife Janice and I will be celebrating our 47th Wedding Anniversary on May 21. Almost five decades later, I can say without reservation that I love her more deeply with each passing year. She daily captivates me with how amazing she is as a wife, mother, grandmother, and sibling. I struck the jackpot when I married her. Since she recovered from cancer three … [Read more...] about The Inescapable St. Valentine’s Day