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'Better together'

There was once a man who lived in the middle of a small, yet bustling town. Despite the busyness of the town and his particular street, he was always alone. He was known for his tidy house, meticulously-trimmed hedges, and plush lawn. On his front porch was a swing that he had installed, but had...

2000-Pound Cafe

ECHOES FROM THE LOAFERS’ CLUB MEETING I did all I could do today. What did you do? Nothing. It was all I could do. DRIVING BY BRUCE’S DRIVE I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. It’s hard to let go of things, but I took...

God's Grace and Spirit

Last month in my article I spoke of us being God’s stewards. I pointed out that God is our Creator and Redeemer who has not only made us but who has put all that we have into our hands in order for us to be blessed and to bless others. In short, all that we have and all that we are belongs to God...

Welcome back, Waseca Public Schools families!

As we turn the page from summer to fall, I want to extend a warm welcome back to all of our Waseca Public Schools students, families, and staff. The beginning of a new school year always brings a sense of excitement and possibility. It is a time for fresh starts, new friendships, and...

Fools rushing in

ECHOES FROM THE LOAFERS’ CLUB MEETING I go to the gym four days a week. I don’t have a gym membership. I work out at home. Good for you. How many pushups can you do? I can do four if they’re cherry-flavored and three if they’re orange, but only one if it’s grape. DRIVING BY...

Falling more in love with each year

ECHOES FROM THE LOAFERS’ CLUB MEETING My doctor said I need to stop worrying so much, so I paid some guy $60,000 to do all my worrying for me. Wow, $60,000! How are you going to pay that? That’s not my worry. DRIVING BY BRUCE’S DRIVE I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce....

The mostly healthy church

I was at a pastor’s gathering where I heard someone recommend a church leadership book. The book is called The Emotionally Healthy Church. It’s not a bad book. But the funny thing is that I misheard my friend when she brought it up. I thought that she was recommending a book called The Mostly...

Food, tears, listening and offering support

Jesus wept. This is the shortest verse of the Bible. It’s found in the Gospel of John Chapter 11 verse 31. This verse is also one of the most revealing pieces of Jesus' humanity. Jesus wept because his friend Lazarus died and he was sad. Jesus did not hide his emotion at this loss. Jesus...

Days of yesteryear

ECHOES FROM THE LOAFER’S CLUB MEETING I can see into the future. When did you learn you had that gift? Next Thursday. DRIVING BY BRUCE’S DRIVE I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. The rain came down. Does it ever go up?...

Humility provides freedom from self

There is a story of a family shopping in a grocery store. As they walked down the aisles, the moment was abruptly interrupted by a loud smash. Junior dropped a glass bottle of vinegar on the floor while trying to reach for it as he was pulling it off the shelf. He began crying. Having a bad day,...