Thoughtful Reflections on Faith and Life
I don’t normally look forward to Father’s Day. It is often a reminder of how long my dad has been gone. But I try to shift the focus to my role as a father. Of all the roles in life that I have experienced, being a parent is the hardest. That is not a complaint, … Read More “Good News: I Get to Be a Dad” »
Mondays are my day to share my Good News post. This has been a regular part of my routine for a number of years now. This post is a Good News post but is also a more general reflection on Father’s Day. Father’s Day is far from “normal” for me and this year highlighted that … Read More “Thoughts on Father’s Day” »
I don’t have big expectations for Father’s Day. I don’t want presents as I have lots of stuff (although I could always use some more books). Today after church, Amanda had the idea of going to the beach. It was a really hot day and seemed like a good idea. And it was! The best … Read More “Good News: A Happy Father’s Day” »
Father’s Day is always a mix of emotions for me as I miss my dad. Although it has been thirteen years since he died, I still feel the loss every Father’s Day. Having said that, I am focusing more on what I have and that is my amazing family. I am truly blessed. Our family … Read More “Good News: A Good Father’s Day” »
When it comes to Father’s Day and Mother’s Day, different churches have different responses. Some churches make a big deal about these days. They will have mothers or fathers stand up, the might give special gifts. There could be special music relevant to mothers or fathers and the sermon might be focused on this theme. … Read More “Should Churches Acknowledge Father’s Day and Mother’s Day?” »
I have had and have many roles in my life but being a dad is one of the most important. It is a tremendous responsibility and to be honest, I never feel as if I live up to the role. As I look back on my fifteen years as a father, I could never have … Read More “Good News: Father’s Day Reflections” »
Father’s Day always has mixed emotions for me. It makes me sad because I miss my dad a lot. It makes me think about all the times that I gave him Old Spice for Father’s Day, even though there was no way he could use all of that in a year. In fact, I don’t … Read More “Happy Father’s Day” »
