In mid-September I left Silverton for a round-the-globe adventure. Along the way I had time with daughters and nieces and traveling friends. I ate good food and amazing food. I experienced people and places whose imprint will remain with me always. Mid-November has arrived, I have a boarding pass, and now it is time to […]
Looking closely, can you find the steeple of St. Dunstan hiding behind all those leaves? Located in Central London, St. Dunstan was one of our destinations today. The picture that I included was actually taken INSIDE the church. You see, after the Blitz (WWII) the church was left without windows or roof. Instead of knocking
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One season has given way to the next… One chapter has given way to another, and another…and another. Sabbatical has come and is nearly gone, giving way to my returning and good-bying my good friend and colleague, along with his beautiful family. Changes have arrived and I am looking forward to navigating the months ahead
I have arrived in the UK for my final Sabbatical chapter with Sarah and Tom. Theater tonight and British Museum tomorrow, complete with an official guided tour by Sarah. Besides the rain and cold, all is well in London. Pastor Leah
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Much of my sabbatical time has unfolded in places where women are tightly wrapped up—my language, not theirs. Being a woman, along with having three adult daughters, I have spent much time noticing these women and considering several implications of their attire. Before I go any further, I want to be clear that I can’t
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My time in Qatar includes four tours…to the North, to the West, a City Tour, and a Desert Adventure. Per my guide’s suggestion, today we are combining the North and West tours. When we met this morning, I requested the City Tour first…you know, get the lay of the land…but he told me it was
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First impressions – It is tidy. It is also bright. Easy. Safe. Comfortable. There is green grass! And the people are warm and kind. Pastor Leah
Arrived Doha, Qatar Read More »
How low can you go? How about -422 meters BELOW sea level? Our final ‘cruise’ destination is beside the Dead Sea. Well, and into the Dead Sea….I could not, not float about in the saline sea. Jordan has surprised with sights, culture and peaceful intentionality. Pastor Leah