Mark 10:13-16 There is an African proverb that counsels, “It takes a village to raise a child.” I am sure of this, based on my son’s and grandchildren’s experience of caring adults, who took an interest in them, providing advice, guidance, mentoring, and in Matt’s case an introduction that opened doors to success. I think…

Genesis 2:1-4 Do any of you remember the good old days? Now, of course, the good old days weren’t always good, but back before the internet and 24/7 consumerism and cable television, life was different – Sundays were special. For many of us, Sunday was a day of rest. Only a few restaurants were open,…