How Cultures Flourish
Flourish. It’s one of those words that just sounds hopeful and inviting. It speaks of health and vibrance. Put simply, things are the way they’re supposed to be. The Oxford dictionary defines it this way: “to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, esp. as the result of a particularly favorable environment.” Sounds…
The Cultural Moral Needle Continues to Shift
What was not acceptable 100 years ago or even 50 years ago has slowly shifted over time. For instance, ladies dressed more modestly, speech was wholesome in public areas, and more people went to church. In 2020 some women and men wear revealing clothes in public, we hear people openly cussing, and many people think…
Extraordinary Hope: Simeon & Anna
During Advent, we not only remember how Christ first came into the lives of the individuals at the nativity, but how he came into our own lives and continues to transform us. We invite you to read the gospel account of Simeon and Anna and reflect upon how they remained hopeful throughout years of waiting….