by Tudie Rose | May 12, 2020 | Tudie Rose: Strengthening Our Faith
People watching has always been a passion of mine. Human behavior is always interesting. Good powers of observation allow one to see how humans react in certain situations. For instance, it has been interesting to watch how people have reacted to the recent pandemic....
by Walter Penning | Mar 18, 2020 | Walter Penning: Arise and Be Men
Some lessons are hard, and that’s okay. Throughout my life, I have seen many people face challenges that seem totally beyond my capacity. Have you ever felt that way? I am sure that you have. “I have never regretted a prompting to love.” At least that’s the way...
by Marie Yvonne | Feb 20, 2020 | Marie Yvonne: Triumph Over Trial
One of the greatest examples of someone who found joy in her trials was that of my mother-in-law, Barbara Joyce Zimmerman. Barbara was married at the age of 19 and raised 12 amazing children. She and her husband were converts to The Church of Jesus Christ of...
by Valerie Steimle | Feb 15, 2020 | Valerie Steimle: Strengthening Families
Several months ago, a sister who I had never seen at church before was seated a few rows in front and to the side of me. What was special about this woman was she had brought her dog. It was a big dog — a really big dog. Okay, I know you’re thinking what I was: this...
by Julia G | Jan 31, 2020 | Home and Family
A lot of my friends have gotten married in the last few weeks, and many more are about to get married. With all these weddings, there are usually bridal showers that I am invited to attend. I find it interesting that though these showers vary in style and activities...