“You Make Me So Happy!” It was probably a year since I’ve heard her say anything.  Don’t get me wrong, she always seemed content as she sat in her recliner.  When I took the extra time to make eye-contact with her, she always smiled back at me.  At least her silence was not because of [...]

Respect Enough to Go Where You Go “Peter said to Jesus, ‘Lord, I am ready to go with you...” (Luke 22:33)—and then “...the cock crowed” (Luke 22:60).  I love the disciple Peter.  He tries so hard.  His heart is always so willing.  Even though he is not able to carry out his hopes—at least he [...]

PC Article: April 2019   Dignity in Cleanliness Dear Partners: A seminary professor of mine once shared with us his all-time least favorite word: “just.” He hated when students said, “I’m just a student” or “I’m just a freshman.”  From his standpoint, God made us uniquely us and with our special set of gifts—so why [...]

Partner Church Article: March 2019    “Bingo!” Dear Partners: I went to an elder care conference one day and there was an off-the-cuff comment three deadly “B’s” that facilities should stay away from because they were overdone are passé.  It wasn't the main points of the presentation so I didn't take the time and energy to [...]