A few weeks ago I shared the details of the change that our family is facing.  As November marched on, I found myself dreading all of the main change happening in December. How would I pack and tie up the loose ends for an international move, and still get everything done for just the normal… Read More Embracing the Hidden Joy of an Upside Down Christmas

Dear Friends,       I wanted to write and let you know about the changes that our family is facing. First, I offer a big thank you to my readers and my fellow pastors’ wives for your outpouring of support. My husband and I have been absolutely blown away this week by the comments and emails… Read More Embracing Change in Ministry

Yes, I just admitted that. And yes, I’m a pastor’s wife… A pastor’s wife who is coming to realize the possibility of a fundamental flaw with the term and even the basic action of “having daily devotions.” I grew up hearing {as you likely did} about how important it is to have devotions in the… Read More Why I’m Giving Up Daily Devotions For Awhile

Dear Pastor’s Wife, Psalm 115:12 “The LORD hath been mindful of us: he will bless us.”      My letters to you end today. But do you know what is blessing my heart to its very core? Our relationship can go on beyond today. Whispered hope doesn’t have to end. I’ve met so many of… Read More Dear Pastor’s Wife {Day 31}

Dear Pastor’s Wife, Psalm 107:9 “For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness.”      Your longings are deep. I know- I have them, too. In ministry we can find ourselves longing for simple things like close friendships or to be understood….or the luxury of feeling normal instead of being… Read More Dear Pastor’s Wife {Day 30}