Choosing Joy in the Midst of Hard Things

Have you noticed how hard things tend to happen in clusters, some say in threes? The dishwasher breaks, the garage door won’t open, and of course, you get a flat tire. But those are just minor annoyances. Perhaps, you are in the midst of a challenging season of parenting when a dear friend finds out…

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Advent – An Invitation to a Joyful Life

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A regular rhythm of practicing gratitude invites us to live a joyful life, regardless of circumstances. Joy Marker Eucharisteo, a Greek word that I have been sitting with a lot lately, a word that means thanksgiving but also includes the derivative Chara, the Greek word for joy. In this season where joy can feel challenging…

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