Wow. Three days of 101 pus fever followed by another few days of chest coughing.... yuck! But feeling much better, thanks for asking!

Lent begins in three weeks but we are still in the season of Epiphany for now. When Christ is revealed to the world.

How do we respond to this revelation? One way is suggested by Roman Catholic priest and psychologist, Henri J. M. Nouwen. "Faith in the value and meaning of life, even in the face of despair and death, is the second principle of Christian leadership. This seems so obvious that it is often taken for granted and overlooked.
But for a man with a deep-rooted faith in the value and meaning of life, every experience holds a new promise, every encounter carries a new insight, and every event brings a new message." - From The Wounded Healer by Henri J. M. Nouwen

What does Epiphany mean in a new year? It means that every sight and sound and touch and smell carries with it a potential message from God on how to best serve and participate in bringing the kingdom of God into full actualization.

Marinated pork loin tonight at our Wednesday night supper here in Decatur, Alabama!