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Happiness Is

Post author:Cathy Johns
Post published:10/16/2020
Post category:Weekly

David Beloit wrote the following lyrics that I remember singing as a child. Here are a few of my favorite lines: “Happiness is two kinds of ice cream Finding your…

The Truth Is Out There Somewhere

Post author:Cathy Johns
Post published:08/27/2020
Post category:Weekly

The popular sci-fi series “The X-Files” produced 11 seasons. The characters investigated phenomenon that defied conventional explanation. This Sunday we continue our series “The Anatomy of Love.” In the second letter of…

Following God’s Will

Post author:Cathy Johns
Post published:07/27/2020
Post category:Weekly

"As people of faith, we do have a compass to help us find our way. God, who is our constant companion and guide, will help direct our path."

Faith vs. Facts

Post author:Cathy Johns
Post published:07/15/2020
Post category:Weekly

This summer several brave souls have joined me in an educational adventure. Our topic for our Zoom class is “Religion and Science: Pathways to Truth.” We have had fascinating conversations…

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24/7 Help

Post author:Cathy Johns
Post published:06/25/2020
Post category:Weekly

During the time when our nation was suffering through polio, many people had to live in iron lungs. Powered by electricity, these iron lungs helped people keep breathing. Hospitals installed…

Working our Core

Post author:Cathy Johns
Post published:06/11/2020
Post category:Weekly

The Mayo Clinic has the following statement on their website: “Core exercises improve your balance and stability.” People in the health care industry and physical trainers are all in agreement:…

No Distancing Allowed!

Post author:Cathy Johns
Post published:05/29/2020
Post category:Weekly

This Sunday Christians around the world will celebrate Pentecost, the birthday of the Church. It is, however, an ancient festival among people of faith. First century Jews came to Jerusalem…

What are You Spreading?

Post author:Cathy Johns
Post published:05/07/2020
Post category:Weekly

When life gets turned upside down, choices are made. Some withdraw in fear and hide. Others step forward in courage to lift up those around them. A calling ministry, with…

Living the Serenity Prayer

Post author:Cathy Johns
Post published:04/17/2020
Post category:Weekly

Reinhold Niebuhr first shared the serenity prayer in a sermon in 1943. Today, it is a beloved prayer around the world and has been embraced by many groups, including Alcoholic…

Canoeing the Mountains: Holy Week 2020

Post author:Cathy Johns
Post published:04/03/2020
Post category:Weekly

In “Canoeing the Mountains,” by Tod Bolsinger, we read about adaptive leadership. Explorers Lewis and Clark were seeking a waterway from the east to the Pacific Ocean, journeying by canoe. …