Quotes About Community

Living and getting to know folks' hearts, that's what matters." "He's not only handsome

Kids are kids whether they have money or not

use an extra set of eyes to check on things for me," Finn said. "I can do that. I like

Carolyn Brown

The news just floats around this part of the world like dandelion fluff in the springtime.

Let's go into the sanctuary or the adult Sunday school room

They were all kin, not by blood, but by heartstrings.

in 1912, a developer paid the town of Pleasant

In their years in Sugar Run, Texas, Tootsie and Smokey Colbert had had so many neighbors that they'd lost count. One by one, families in the four other houses on their block had moved in and moved away. Now, all were sitting empty.

Finn slipped an arm around her waist and squeezed. We've got to keep them, Callie. I'm already attached to the critters. We talkin' about Angel and Pistol or the kids? The whole lot of them. Verdie included. A ranch is just dirt without kids and animals even if they knock over Christmas trees and fall in mud and cow shit. But it needs a good woman, too. You callin' me a good woman, or are you going to put an ad in the newspaper for one? she asked.

Officially, the New Testament church at an early stage took seriously their responsibility for widows who lacked family or other resources. The office of deacon was instituted initially to address this pressing need.

A solitary image bearer cannot adequately or accurately reveal God in the world, much less fulfill his destiny as a human being. Obviously, this is a matter of grave importance to the Creator.

If my own struggles have taught me anything, it is that my greatest need is to know God better, and I am not alone.

I believe the church of Jesus Christ should be first in line to champion the empowerment of women and girls throughout the world to become contributing members in their societies.

Nancy scarcely had time to deposit her suitcase under her cot and freshen up after the long ride when lunch was announced by the ringing of a bell. Campers hurried from all directions to the dining hall. The food was plain but appetizing and Nancy ate with zest. The meal over, she was rushed from one activity to another. The girls insisted that she join them in a hike. Then came a cooling dip in the lake.

Nancy and her friends had sensed that the mother could not afford admission tickets.

Enough gossip," George said, clapping her hands. "Time to eat!

As she drew closer to the fairgrounds, the group began to feel the festive atmosphere. People were hurrying toward the entrance, flags were flying, and a brass band was playing.

We're not adding to the "Mommy Wars." You can lower your guard. We are looking for unexpected grace.

Woohoo! It's release day! I hope you enjoy this book about writers and small towns and Christmas and second chances! Happy reading!

Fish gotta swim, bird gotta fly, werewolf gotta have a pack?" I said wryly.

Kitty Meets the Band

My advice to you is this. Do not attempt to stand alone. ...The most fatal thing a man can do is try to stand alone.

They are the we of me.