Jim Miller– Army MP in 1960s

I like interviewing American soldiers and veterans. I think they all have a message for us of commitment, sacrifice and dedication to country. This man and his family are long-time friends from my church, First Church of Christ in Bluffton IN. It was an honor to write about him here. Thanks, Jim!   **  ... Continue Reading →

Speaking to Mothers/Daughters Banquet at Zion United Methodist Church

I recently spoke at Zion United Methodist church’s Mother/Daughter banquet. This church is located on Fort Wayne’s west side. It was a small intimate group of ladies of all ages. Everyone was friendly and I had a wonderful time! The men of the church served us a delicious meal. They asked me to speak about... Continue Reading →

Speaking at St. Mark’s Mother/Daughter Tea

Today I had the great privilege of speaking at the Mother/Daughter Tea at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church south of Fort Wayne. It was great fun and I met many interesting ladies. It was an opportunity to wear a pretty hat and I wore one that had belonged to Mom. I spoke on the theme of... Continue Reading →

Interview with Christian band Third Day’s David Carr

As a Features reporter I have the opportunity to interview musical groups to come to the Fort Wayne (IN) area. Here is a story for the Fort Wayne News-Sentinel newspaper with David Carr from the well-established and totally-sold-out-to-God Christian band Third Day. Let me know if you’re a fan of this group.   I know... Continue Reading →

Marriage that Lasts

This post is an excerpt of an article I wrote in 2008 called “Love that Lasts”. It was published in Lookout Magazine from Standard Publishing. The entire article can be read here. The article discusses the importance of staying faithful to one’s marital vows. I’m including it here because of the respect I have for... Continue Reading →

Today is my mom’s birthday!

Today I’m dedicating my blog to my sweet mother. She has been such a great mother to me and my sisters. She and Dad had a long marriage – 48 years -- before he passed away. They taught us much about sacrificing, working hard, supporting each other. Mom always took us to church, even when... Continue Reading →

New book offers ways to handle guilt

Shirley Brosius has been a friend since we met at Sandy Cove Christian Writer’s Retreat in Fall 2006. We seemed to be the only non-fiction writers there as newspaper writers and gravitated toward each other. At that time Shirley had authored a beautiful devotional book, Sisterhood of Faith (Howard Books), 365 life-changing stories about historical... Continue Reading →

Crafters Bless through their Talents

I love interviewing people who give to others. The Ossian (IN) Church of the Nazarene has a group that gives much to people who are hurting. By using their crafting talents, this great group of men and women have blessed many. Do you know of a group or person who blesses people with their talents?... Continue Reading →

Look for a Miracle

And when Peter came to himself, he said, “Now I know for sure that the Lord has sent forth His angel and rescued me from the hand of Herod and from all that the Jewish people were expecting.” (Acts 12:11, New American Standard Bible) **   Recently, a friend confided that he needed a drummer... Continue Reading →

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