Have you ever been haunted by a persistent thought that refuses to release its grip on your mind? It’s the kind of thought that you find yourself mulling over incessantly, turning it over and over again. I’ve been grappling with one such thought for several months now. It’s the notion of “compassion” and how genuine…

As I journey through life, growing older, I find myself appreciating graceful people more and more. And when I say “graceful,” I don’t mean those who can elegantly balance a plate on their head. I’m talking about those remarkable individuals who see your flaws, your vulnerabilities, those parts of you that you might be ashamed…

This week, we went to play with about 60 children at a childcare center.  This center provides reduced childcare to families who are unable to pay full price. We (HOPE) visit there regularly to support the staff, connect with the children and to determine if there are any needs within the families that we can help meet.…