Dear older people, Let me first say how grateful I am that God has put you in our lives. You provide inspiration, encouragement, and understanding that no one else can. Despite what you may have gathered from our restless, seemingly relentless questioning and searching, we desperately want to learn from you. Although our questions and […]
Is your church safe? Thoughts on the Mennonite church
Church has been on my mind and heart in recent years. As I’ve grown into my role as a wife and mother, I’ve realized that church life and how it should be isn’t as cut and dried as I thought it was. I love my church, and seek the best for her as the Bride […]
Made to Create interview with conductor Wendell Nisly
Hello readers! After taking a break for December, I’m excited to welcome Wendell Nisly to Made to Create. Wendell is deeply involved in music within the Anabaptist culture. His influence and talents have fueled many musical endeavors, most notably Shenandoah Christian Music Camps, the Oasis Chorale, and the Valley Arts Society. Join us as we […]
Just do it! 2019
Every year around this time I write a goal regarding my writing. Last year’s goal was this: “This year I want my writing to make people smile and feel understood. When life gets full, I want to faithfully readjust my goals so I am still working toward becoming a better writer.” I know these goals […]
Finding Advent
I never knew finding myself could be so hard. This is my third December in my new community. When I married my dream man and moved here, I thought adjusting would be simple. Hard, maybe, but not so complicated I would lose track of who I was. The changes in the last three years, though, […]
