Every Occasion

“Make every occasion a great occasion, for you can never tell when somebody may be taking your measure for a larger place.”-Marsden Do you believe in coincidences? I believe in Divine appointments, don’t you? I was standing at the DMV (stands for “don’t move vroohm” or something like that) window and the courteous State employee, certainly overwhelmed with …

“Needs of all students”

“Needs of all students” Dr. Timothy W. Jackson, pastor Let the Michigan parents and other tax payers put no Michigan student at risk! The Whiston Memorandum looks to protect 9% of students and put the other 91% at risk of inappropriate behavior, potential embarrassing situations, vulnerable to predators who would certainly take advantage of unsuspecting …

Easter is Resurrection Day

Easter is Resurrection Day Growing up in a Christian home, Easter Sunday held some of the best memories of the year, especially for children. Spending time with family, worshipping God in church and having some special traditions made the day special. Even today when I smell cider vinegar, it brings back memories of the decorated …

What tracks are you leaving?

What tracks are you leaving? The fresh snow brings lots of things to those of us who live in Michigan: snow sports, snow recreation, snow man making (our grandson’s favorite) and a fresh canvass for deer tracks. Today the church parking lot, freshly covered with snow, was plastered with deer tracks. I counted what looked …

Auctioned off cheap!

Auctioned off cheap! The mini-farm was lined with farmers and other buyers huddled around stuff, dressed in winter clothing with heavy coats, boots, gloves and hats. The excitement of the pending estate sale, examining the wares of a deceased owner was all the buzz in the cold winter air. What does the whole of your …

“…Delivers a glossy shine…”

Ever see a clean floor and wonder what it takes to get that shine? The truth is there is much labor in having a floor that is clean and the advantage is that it can keep people safe from slipping. After fifteen or so man hours of stripping wax, scrubbing spots, rinsing, sealing and waxing …