Category Archives: Family

A Gray Easter at the Community Church

Posted on April 3, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Even on the grayest day, faith and fellowship can transcend the weather… and our other inconveniences. Continue reading →

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Of Sparks and Embers and Raging Winds

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Doc Arnett

A burnt yard, scorched deck and losing a few sections of fence is nothing compared to having your home burned to the ground. Continue reading →

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Of Grief and Pain, Loss and Hope

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Some deaths are tragic, some horrific, some a welcome release. Even in the release, there is loss and sorrow. Continue reading →

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The Deceit of Duty

Posted on February 8, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Unless we are deliberate and careful, precious time during visits from those we love and cherish may be stolen by a misleading sense of duty. Continue reading →

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Good Memories, Good Thoughts

Posted on January 25, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Could Facebook actually improve your mental health? Doesn’t seem likely… but a selective approach to posted memories might be a good thing. Continue reading →

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In the Face of Disturbing News

Posted on January 23, 2018 by Doc Arnett

In the space of the unknown, there is room for sowing seeds of doubt… or of faith. I know which one has a better yield. Continue reading →

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The First Gifts of Christmas

Posted on January 9, 2018 by Doc Arnett

It was the poorest visitors to the stable who showed us that the first gifts of Christmas were even finer than gold, frankincense and myrrh. Continue reading →

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Foundations of Friendship

Posted on December 8, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Taking time to talk–and listen–is pretty much a keystone in building good relationships. Continue reading →

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Sunday School at the Community Church

Posted on December 4, 2017 by Doc Arnett

An unplanned mixing of generations in a Sunday School class shows that young and old share more than we sometimes realize. Continue reading →

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Full House, Full Hearts

Posted on November 27, 2017 by Doc Arnett

It doesn’t take nineteen people to make a good Thanksgiving… but nineteen people in one house can certainly make a memorable Thanksgiving! Continue reading →

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