by Barb Roose | Jan 16, 2022 | Reflections
On this Martin Luther King Day, I’m reflecting today on these four quotes from Dr. King. His words still challenge me today and in our world where hate feels like it is winning over love, Dr. King reminds us to never lose hope. Here’s Dr. King’s most...
by Barb Roose | Jul 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Three years ago today that I backed up a 18’ U-Haul truck down a narrow alley behind a newly renovated apartment building. It was over 90 degrees that day, so I couldn’t really tell the difference between my sweat and my tears. When I took French in school, we learned...
by Barb Roose | Dec 11, 2018 | Women's Topics
I’ve struggled with being patient all of my life. Once, I even purchased a house without telling my husband. It was awful. I had to make a lot of apologies. For me, I get impatient when I want something that will make me happy or feel secure and God isn’t moving fast...
by Barb Roose | Nov 27, 2018 | Christian Living/Discipleship, Women's Topics
For years, my former pastor and boss encouraged our staff team to participate in an overseas missions trip. Not only would we receive our regular pay while we were gone, but we’d also receive an additional day off to rest when we returned. Sweet deal, right?! But,...
by Barb Roose | Nov 13, 2018 | Women's Topics
It was the middle of the night. I took five steps across the hardwood floor as quietly as I could, hoping not to jam my toes on the corner of dresser. When I took those five steps, I stopped and turned. Then, I padded five steps back in the other direction, quietly...
