Monthly Archives: June 2017

From My Reading

Posted on June 30, 2017 by livingasapprentices

“[There is a particular resistance] that invariably crops up any time we consider times of genuine solitude. It is the almost overwhelming feeling that we will be passed over. Now, what we say is, “I want to be available to … Continue reading →

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“I Don’t Want you to get Shooted”

Posted on June 28, 2017 by livingasapprentices

Two recent events – one real and one fictional – sent me back a decade ago to an experience that changed my view of the world forever. The real event was the recent acquittal of a Minnesota police office for … Continue reading →

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Choosing to be a Blessing

Posted on June 25, 2017 by livingasapprentices

Recently, I attempted a conversation with my husband about feeling taken for granted. Anyone who has been in a long-term relationship has probably had these thoughts at some point and perhaps has even tried to talk about it. My husband was shocked … Continue reading →

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The Missing Ingredient

Posted on June 23, 2017 by livingasapprentices

I was in one of my favorite places, the north side branch of the library. As I removed my “on hold” books and DVD’s off the shelf,  I heard giggles. I turned around and noticed the Wednesday morning toddler story-telling session, … Continue reading →

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Every Family’s Story – Welcome to the Feast

Posted on June 21, 2017 by livingasapprentices

“The message of the Bible is that the human race is a band of exiles trying to come home.   . . .  Jesus will make our world a perfect home again.  We will no longer be living ‘east of … Continue reading →

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G.K. Chesterton and Me

Posted on June 18, 2017 by livingasapprentices

I recently read an excerpt  from a G.K. Chesterton essay about his being bored to death during a long train ride. He moans that he had no books or newspapers, “not even a pencil and a scrap of paper with … Continue reading →

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Every Family’s Story – A Father’s Love

Posted on June 14, 2017 by livingasapprentices

The Father’s response to his younger son:  “But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. … Continue reading →

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The Mark of a Great Disciple

Posted on June 11, 2017 by livingasapprentices

“The mark of a great ship handler is never getting in a situation that requires great ship handling skills” (Retired Admiral James Stavridis in his new book Sea Power). I heard this gem during an interview with Admiral Stavridis  on NPR’s … Continue reading →

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