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The Cost of Disaster
It is no secret anymore that climate disasters are intensifying in both frequency and severity. A simple look back over the summer and you see floods, fires, hurricanes, tornadoes, extreme heat, and drought. These events are almost so common now that it isn’t surprising to hear about another one. No region or country is immune.…
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Imitate Christ
“Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God” Ephesians 5:1-3 NLT This was my verse of the day today. Can I say it’s…
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Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)
As we have now passed the 2 year mark of the signing of this law, lots of new data is being released on its impacts. Everything from where the money is going, who is benefitting the most, and what may still be at risk if the Republicans regain control of the federal government. If you…
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An Experience Abroad
I’m back!!!! If I count you among my friends, you’re aware that I was away from my blog because I was traveling overseas. My brother qualified to compete in the Paris Olympics in 3 different shooting events, and I was lucky enough to be able to travel over there to watch him compete and give…
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Great Is Thy Faithfulness
I hope you have been enjoying this series on songs of faith. This will be my last one although I realize there are many more songs I could include. Have you noticed that you are seeing more references to creation in the music you listen to? Last Sunday, we sang this song in church and…
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How Great Thou Art
No series on church music inspired by creation would be complete without pondering “How Great Thou Art”. A Google search to learn its history provides many variations of the story, but the summary is simple. The original poem was written in Swedish by Carl Boberg. His inspiration? Supposedly, in his own words, “It was in…
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This is My Father’s World
Before I get to my main content, I want to share some of the things I’ve been reading recently. This week Katherine Hayhoe’s newsletter covers historic churches transitioning to solar energy and heat pumps, the economic costs of climate change, and the impact of native plants in your front yard! Rev. Ben Cremer’s message in…
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You’re Beautiful
Welcome to July! Can you believe this year is halfway over? Each blog this month will reference a song of faith that also connects to creation. I hope you enjoy. The first season I worked in Yellowstone was tough. I was 19 and naïve. It was technically my first job. I’d only done babysitting beforehand.…
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Why so Afraid?
Upfront, I’m a worrier, and fear is a common shadow in my life. I’m often reclaiming my identity in Jesus that tells me I don’t have to be afraid. But today, I want to write about collective fear. Fears that our prevalent in our society. Technically, I’m a young Millennial. I’m the generation that right…
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Our Foundation
Last week we sang, “Build My Life” by Pat Barrett in church and its been sticking with me through the week. You can listen to it here. I will be using throughout my post today. We are in the midst of a very tumultuous political season in the United States. One presidential candidate is now…
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