Life is complicated and it seems that it is getting more so all the time. I believe people and communities need guidelines and structures to make life better and more peaceful and productive. As a person of faith I turn to our Holy Scripture in the Word of God. There I find a guide for many decisions. There I find... READ MORE >
We pulled into the parking lot at Camp Vermilion and all the kids in our cars jumped out bursting with excitement for a week of fun. I was excited too. This camp on Lake Vermilion is a beautiful place, and I had my daily Bible lesson plans ready to share with the kids. And then in short order the sky... READ MORE >
“In the moment” is a phrase I have heard plenty of times to describe being focused and completely involved. I am “in the moment” this week as I write this article, and for a wonderful reason. I have been given a fabulous new job description for the week – I am the Bethlehem Vacation Bible School Imagination Station Leader! This... READ MORE >
As it often happens some remarkable discoveries occur during the most common of activities. And I find that God often has a wonderful surprise to show me or simply a good moment to brighten my day, or perhaps a little lesson to learn from the vast classroom of God’s creation. The other day was no exception. We had been clearing... READ MORE >
“My paddle’s keenand bright,flashing with silver,follow the wild goose flight,dip dip and swing.” I put quite a few miles on my canoe this weekend in search of trout, and through it all I was continually overwhelmed by the beauty surrounding me at each bend. Give glory to God! What a beautiful place to enjoy! It was just a wonderful Memorial... READ MORE >
I can hear the call of the geese as I write this column. I will soon hear the ring of my ax on splitting birch. Yesterday I saw carts full of house stain at the store and industrious looking customers heading out with gallons and brushes. Driving to Fargo the other day I saw brilliant red leaves surrounding bogs and... READ MORE >
Some years ago, I had the privilege of making pastoral visits with a couple in the Minneapolis area. The husband had limited mobility because of a serious accident and so they spent much of their time at home. Part of our time together was always dedicated to faith conversations, but part of our time we spent sharing memories of the... READ MORE >
This weekend and the previous two have been the busiest and most fun-filled weekends of the year. I know that some of you glancing at this column are part of the hard-working volunteers who have made all this possible. We say thank you for your amazing efforts. There are others of you who have traveled great distances to be here... READ MORE >
People have been talking about blueberries this year and two things stand out. The harvest came earlier than we expected. And the abundance of the berries has just been wonderful! And for all of our visitors from out of town during the Fisherman’s Picnic, the good news is that there are still some left. Wouldn’t you just love to take... READ MORE >
Quite often someone will tell me, “Sounds like you got a sermon in there.” Usually they are referring to something in our conversation. And it might be just about anything. It doesn’t matter if we are talking about fishing, hunting, car repair, gardening, carpentry, splitting wood, or any number of topics, but seemingly out of the blue that comment will... READ MORE >
