I grew up in the way most white people do from small towns. Our family lived a simple life not dirt poor, but sort of at the bottom of middle class when true middle class existed. My dad worked a blue collar job and my mom had two teaching jobs to put my sister through… Continue reading My Privilege
Author: Mandy's Blog
Busy mom and wife who loves to knit & read. † Youth Ministry Coordinator. Proud Ally 🏳️🌈 Pronouns: She/Her. All statements are my own.
Pantry Dinners April 12-18
I've had a few requests to start posting my budget shopping list and meal plans again now that money is tight and we are all at home more. Since I am not shopping regularly and I am sort of at the mercy of what is in the store I am going to post my weekly… Continue reading Pantry Dinners April 12-18
Here we go again…
This photo has nothing to do with the post, but it is calming and pretty and I think we can all use that in our lives at the moment. After graduation I was a little lost for what to do with myself. I knew I was supposed to be relaxing but I didn't relax in… Continue reading Here we go again…
Children’s Church – March 22, 2020
Big hugs and fist bumps to all my kids! I love you and miss you like crazy! I've put a bunch of links down below for some children's church fun. But first a little prayer for us all... Jesus, please help us not to be anxious about anything. Help us to remember that you are… Continue reading Children’s Church – March 22, 2020
Leaning in
I’ve been leaning into my faith pretty hard as of late. I’ve been embracing grief and dealing with so much change. Faith is the only constant in my life. This week I’ve been sinking deep into the meaning of the Beatitudes, the impact of the sermon on the mount, and the cultural importance it had… Continue reading Leaning in
Stillness
I don’t think it is an accident that this season of waiting in my life is aligning with the season of Lent. It is a reminder to practice trust, faithfulness, and humility. It is a reminder that I need to work for what I want but that I am not the one in control. It… Continue reading Stillness
Enjoying the wait
In this time of bustle and hurry, I have been playing this Advent Affirmation we were introduced to at church on repeat. It is a great reminder to slow down and enjoy the wait. To enjoy the small things, the everyday things, the ordinary things. It is a reminder to slow down and remember why… Continue reading Enjoying the wait
A Prayer for Confronting Fear
Heavenly Father, When I feel crushed by my own worries, Lift my mind and help me to see the truth. When fear grips me tight and I feel I cannot move, Free my heart and help me to take things one step at a time. When I can’t express the turmoil inside, Calm me with… Continue reading A Prayer for Confronting Fear
How was your day? What did you do?
Are you met with grunts after school when you ask what did you do today? I have been lately. I don't know whether it is because I no longer have the little girls in this photo, they are all grown up and in the teenage years...but since I have been asking different questions I have… Continue reading How was your day? What did you do?
Advent Is Here!
Please join us every Sunday in Advent at FBCS. There are a lot of fun activities and free extras all December long. Everyone is welcome!
