From the Desk of Shayne Slough, Director of Parish Life – 7/28/24

I’m hungry. When my kids used to say those words, I’d quickly think of some way to satisfy their hunger, whether it was time for a meal or maybe just a snack. Aren’t we all, typically, quick to find solution when our stomachs growl? When we have a feeling of emptiness or lack of energy? … Continued

From the Desk of Shayne Slough, Director of Parish Life – 5/19/24

Have you ever heard of “Holy Spirit tears” or the gift of tears? It’s more than “happy tears” or crying because you’re relieved or overjoyed. True “Holy Spirit tears” are actually a charismatic gift…from, as the name implies, the Holy Spirit.  I hadn’t heard of this gift until a few years ago, but when it … Continued

From the Desk of Shayne Slough, Director of Parish Life, 3/24/24

The Lord’s Unbridled Passion “Listen carefully. This is a mule’s bit and bridle…but this one is very special.  Thousands of years ago, when our people were finally set free from slavery, as they were leaving, one of our ancestors from the great tribe of Judah used this very bit and bridle to lead his mule, … Continued