The Cure
We’ll be on the road soon, traveling to see loved ones tomorrow. But before we leave, I have a thought I’d like to share. For so many, the weight of these holidays can be overwhelming. The memories they bring of loved ones and friends who have passed often bring tears...
A Fortress of Help and Strength
As I wrapped up my workday, I was just getting ready to switch my phone to the answering service when it rang. I glanced at the screen—an unfamiliar number from the 530 area code. Out of habit, I put on my headset. “Pastoral care, how can I help you?” A woman’s voice,...
Checkup
Just because I’m sober doesn’t mean that life will always be smooth sailing, and perhaps one way to check up on the quality of my sobriety is to notice how I react when life throws me a curveball. It was a beautiful autumn day, the sun was shining, the sky was a...