Tag Archives: compassion

Becoming friends.

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Mother Beth Tjoflat

This past Wednesday morning was one of our coldest yet this year. It was drizzly and the wind blew right through the patio area outside Clara White Mission, where we host a weekly Morning Prayer and coffee fellowship. “Good morning,” … Continue reading →

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In the moment.

Posted on January 17, 2014 by Mother Beth Tjoflat

Last night I had dinner with a friend, and we chatted about a number of significant life events. My friend has taken a new job after spending many years at the same non-profit. Times like these tend to inspire us … Continue reading →

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What matters.

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Mother Beth Tjoflat

Recently, at one of our post-worship picnics, I enjoyed watching a local church youth group distribute lunches to the congregation. We had been able to have our service outside, under the sycamore tree, but then decided to come inside our … Continue reading →

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