“So you have a big week this week!” exclaimed Diane when she saw me Tuesday morning. Diane’s our excellent bookkeeper at the church and is only in on Tuesdays. “Sure do,” I replied. She was, of course, referring to Justin and Maria’s wedding this Saturday. And to say that we’re a bit preoccupied at the Benedict house right now would be an understatement. “When do Josh, Alaina, and Evan arrive?” she asked. “They fly into Newark tonight. Pam’s picking them…
One Tuesday morning earlier this spring, I went to the men’s breakfast. Every Tuesday, about a dozen Bethany men gather at the Olive Branch Restaurant in Bowmansville for coffee, breakfast, and conversation. I enjoy it, but my attendance is weak. Monday’s my day off, so Tuesday, my first day back in the office is crazy busy. Unfortunately, in recent months other responsibilities have occupied that time slot. Since forever, the breakfast started at 7:00 AM. I’m not particularly an early…
I’m not much of a journaler. I wish I was. I always admire people who can say things like, “I’ve been keeping a spiritual journal for the last 25 years and I’m just starting my 37th notebook.” Of course, if I could say that, I’d probably be spiritually proud about it, so maybe it’s just as well. My devotional life has always been a little more… unstructured. I’m not saying that’s ideal. I’m just describing reality. Over the years, I’ve…