As some of you may know, Jimmy and I just returned from a wonderful trip to Italy.  We learned some new things about Italian art and history, the Italian culture and enjoyed the breathtaking  countryside.  We had great food every day (including Gelato!). But the best p...

There are lots of negative things about getting older, but I think there are many more positive things.  Those are the ones I like to think about. It’s simply more fun to smile than to frown.

You can find all kinds of pros and cons for aging if you do a little research....

September is here again, and Jubilation Bells and Chancel Choir began their 2018-2019 season together with their debut of a new introit, “Christians, We Have Come to Worship” on September 9th.  What a wonderful way for both groups to come together in praise after their...

In 1980 I began my college years. After taking an accounting class in high school, I decided to major in accounting at Miami University. After Principals of Accounting 101, I was not sure I had chosen the right major, but I chalked it up to “adjusting to college jitter...

Over the past 20 years, I have been on several church staffs in various leadership roles.  I have had the privilege of serving 3 United Methodist Churches, and 1 Wesleyan Church. Each one different, each one unique, each one incredible, and each one with its own challe...