I have never been much of a typical beach person. I don’t like to sweat. I’m too fair to ever get tan — I go from fish-belly white to lobster red with no in-between. My arms get tired holding …
Mom, my nose is bleeding. Come over here and let me see you. What happened to make your nose bleed? This is the life of a mom. It’s also the life of any parent, whether mom or dad, when …
Freedom is one of those words we all love, but we often define it by what we’ve left behind. We celebrate freedom from addiction, guilt, fear, shame or unhealthy habits — and those are incredible …
I just ordered a book called “The Year I Stopped to Notice,” by Miranda Keeling. I ordered it not because I need a reminder to stop and notice things, but because I, too, am forever …
As we prepare to celebrate this Easter season by remembering our resurrected Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, I invite you all to read and reflect on a special invitation. The following is a message …
The word hope is part of our daily conversations. When a friend is sick, we say, “I hope you feel better soon.” When a friend is traveling, we text, “I hope you make it there on time.” Hope …
When our beloved Jesus Christ came into this world, He was a being of absolute perfection. From God’s will, and for the purpose of ennobling the world of being and of elevating the minds and souls …
Every year, “some people” begin the countdown to Christmas on Dec. 26! The tree isn’t even down before the clock resets and the anticipation begins again. If you are, or are not, one of the …
At this sacred time of year, we celebrate in unity the precious birth of our dear Savior, Jesus Christ. The Christmas season brings many beautiful symbols to commemorate the meaning of His life, …
One year, I had a Spirit of Joy Advent calendar. Each day leading up to Christmas, my calendar celebrated joy, gladness, happiness, merriment and cheer in every possible way. And all that chirpy …
October is upon us and we are getting ready for shorter days, longer nights and cooler temperatures. No matter what the time of year, we always have things to do, places to go and friends to …
History is a collection of notable events, milestones and markers that combine to tell the story of people, nations and institutions. Island of Faith Lutheran Church, which began as Wrangell Lutheran …
Among my favorite community events are school music concerts. The arc of musicianship is breathtaking. The fifth graders have to learn everything about their instrument — how to hold it, how to …
It feels like just yesterday we were welcoming a new year on this incredible island we are so blessed to call home. Wrangell is more than a place — it’s a family. Each person here adds something …