Nicole's e-Pistle August 14, 2024 Greetings, dear ones! Last week, when Bjorn and the kids returned from Florida, Bjorn brought with him five or six boxes of books from our storage unit. These were donated to me by two different retired pastors in Peace River Presbytery. Being the book-lover that I am, I have [...]
Nicole's e-Pistle August 7, 2024 Hello, friends! This is part two of my look at the stereotype of Presbyterians being known as the frozen chosen. Last week, I focused on the fact that far from being “frozen” in our theology and tradition, we are Reformed and always being reformed by the Holy Spirit, who [...]
Nicole's e-Pistle July 31, 2024 Good day, Friends! I have had the good fortune to speak with several “non-Presbyterians” lately about what it means to be Presbyterian. One of the tongue-in-cheek names for us, of course, is the “Frozen Chosen.” This combines two stereotypes about Presbyterians that are about as accurate as any stereotype: [...]
Nicole's e-Pistle July 24, 2024 Greetings, everyone! I am pleased to report that my eye is nearly back to normal! I am so grateful for those of you who reached out to me this past week. It was a silly thing to have to deal with, but I was grateful not to have to [...]
Nicole's e-Pistle July 17, 2024 Hello, friends! I hope this message finds you all in good health and with joyful hearts. In contrast, I have found myself somewhat distracted this week from the things that usually bring me joy. Sunday evening, my right eyelid began to grow sore. By Tuesday morning, it was nearly [...]
