Archive for May 2009

Life is so so very very fragile, and we DO NOT control it…

May 25th, 2009 | By admin | Category: View from the Pew

When my Father died on December 8, 1972, I learned that we're each here
for a moment and we don't know – can't predict how long that moment will
be.  We're each so very dear and unique and wonderful in our own special
ways.
I also learned that night that I can't fix everything, that no matter
how hard I [...]



Bilz News from the Pewz – May 24, 2009

May 24th, 2009 | By admin | Category: View from the Pew

Today was a most interesting service at All Souls followed by most enjoyable evening at Brian and Jackie Moore's 3rd Annual Memorial Day Cookout…
But first – Today, Che Sahara was initiated into the rolls of those who lead our services.  As you remember she delivered a memorable talk earlier this year.  [...]



Thoughts on Memorial Day

May 23rd, 2009 | By admin | Category: From Pastor John Martin

For those of you who claim the title “pacifist,” I salute you. It takes great courage of one’s convictions to make such a statement and it takes a commitment that most of us are either unwilling or unable to make. It’s not easy to be a pacifist, but I’m glad there are those people who [...]



Grandma's Gift of Love

May 12th, 2009 | By admin | Category: From Pastor John Martin

Grandma's Gift of Love by Joanne Wilke
My cousin made a wreck out of his life. But my grandmother never stopped believing in him.
 
I guess it doesn't sound so unique to say that my grandmother, of blessed memory, really loved her grandchildren. She could always be counted on for the perfect card in honor of every [...]