Tag Archives: communication

More Exposure

Posted on March 5, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I’m IN! The Author Academy Awards selection committee has approved the submission of both Heaven Shining Through and Wisdom From a Father and both books are listed on the Author Academy Awards site. Heaven Shining Through is listed in the Best General Fiction category. … Continue reading →

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Love Crossing Borders

Posted on March 3, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Our reflection today comes from Ann Jacobs, who assists Mennonite Mission Network to further relationships with African-American Mennonite congregations. She helps congregations become more informed of resources, services and agency partnerships in support of the congregation’s vision for mission. My … Continue reading →

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Writing 101

Posted on February 26, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

A few weeks ago — actually a couple of months ago, now — I facilitated a writing class at The Commons at Central Hall here in Dover-Foxcroft. Part of that class included creating a continuing “story” members of the class … Continue reading →

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The Spirit Anointed Christ for Mercy

Posted on February 24, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Our reflection today come from Rev. Bernie Seter, chairman of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod Board for International Mission. The series is based on Luke 4:18-19 and begins us on our Lenten journey. The complete Lenten series is at … Continue reading →

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Let’s Bow Our Heads

Posted on February 23, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

As we build this community prayer platform, we ask the Lord to listen to our petitions with full confidence they not only are heard but acted upon by God according to His holy will. I know the requests are on … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Heaven Shining Through by Joe Siccardi

Posted on February 15, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

via Book Review: Heaven Shining Through by Joe Siccardi

Posted in Readin', Ritin' & Rithmetic | Tagged communication, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, family, joy, life & love, realistic, reconciliation, redemption, relationships, short read, storytelling, wisdom, Writing | Leave a comment

We Do

Posted on February 14, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I had the opportunity to witness the wedding vows of my youngest son’s oldest daughter, Taylor, as she pledged her life and love to Michael in a simple Valentines Day wedding. It was a simple ceremony full of life and … Continue reading →

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Midweek Mirth

Posted on February 13, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

One of the misconceptions about being a Christian is non-Christians think we don’t know how to have fun or have a sense of humor. Trust me, if the Big Guy can have a sense of humor when it comes to … Continue reading →

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Lost in the Woods

Posted on February 12, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

A couple of weeks ago — actually a couple of months ago, now — I facilitated a writing class at The Commons at Central Hall here in Dover-Foxcroft. Part of that class included creating a continuing “story” members of the … Continue reading →

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Words

Posted on February 10, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Today’s reflection comes from Hamilton Throckmorton, senior pastor at Federated Church (United Church of Christ), Chagrin Falls, OH. It was in The Spire, the church’s newsletter. He can be reached at fedchurch@fedchurch.org. Thanks Hamilton. Several weeks ago, I attended a … Continue reading →

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