Tag Archives: Singing
My Son Said a Four-Letter Word
Last night, my wife and sat at the table admiring a five hundred piece puzzle my eldest son tackled earlier in the afternoon. Our third born, Jonah, joined us to look at all of the differing pictures. The puzzle showed … Continue reading
Serenading Sam, Our Petrified Pooch
Storms rumbled through our neck of the woods last night. Usually when discussing storms on December 31st, the topics of ice and snow monopolize the news. However, thunder, lightning, and wind whipped rain ruled the darkness with wailing tornado sirens greeting the … Continue reading
The Worship Wars
Churches across America spend time battling the “Worship Wars.” Some desire to add contemporary praise music to the traditional service, turning to a more blended worship style; others balk at the change, wanting only hymns. Those adamant about not widening … Continue reading
To Cheer or not to Cheer
Last night I attended a varsity basketball game a few miles away. Several years ago I taught in that school district, so I enjoyed a home going of sorts. In addition, two of the teens in my youth group attend there: one … Continue reading
Thoughts about Christmas, Part One
The time between Christmas’ shrinks each year…at least it feels that way. Preparation for Christmas commences weeks in advance. Every year our sanctuary choir rehearses for three months to share a musical event of worship with our church family. Hours … Continue reading




