![]() by Frances J. Harvey, Director of Operations, Turning Point Counseling Each year at this time you don’t have to drive far to see someone standing on a corner with a big sign pointing in the direction of a tax service wanting your business – and this year is no exception. Every day on my journey to work as I reach a certain corner, THERE HE IS – dancing on the corner swinging the big sign , not to mention being dressed up in a bright green outfit that resembles the statue of Liberty! Each morning as I drive by I tend to chuckle and think, that must be such a drag of a job!
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![]() by Frances J. Harvey, Director of Operations Turning Point Counseling HOLY WEEK What is it and why do we celebrate? The term “Holy Week” - in Latin words: Hebdomas Sancta or Hebdomas Maior, means "Greater Week" – and INDEED IT WAS – and is – A GREAT WEEK! Let’s Look at Jesus’ Life and the Events of the Week Before Easter... ![]() by Edith Pont, MA, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern with Turning Point Counseling If you have little ones, you may find yourself trying to meet all their needs, which leaves limited personal time. Two months after the arrival of our 1-year-old son, I’m still adjusting to his schedule! I find that once he’s asleep, I’m spent – I’ve got nothing left; zero energy! So, I had to make adjustments to my prayer and devotional time. How are you doing in praying for your children? ![]() by Frances J. Harvey, Director of Operations What does Peace on Earth, Good Will to Men REALLY mean? Peace = A state of harmony, free from disturbances Goodwill = Favor or advantage Does this imply the world should be a peaceful place and all mankind should have a favored life? The world certainly doesn’t seem to be a peaceful place and I don’t know anyone who isn’t affected by the economy these days, yet the message of the Bible is peace and love. So what does this all mean? Well according to the angels in Luke 2:14, - they were declaring peace to those on whom His favor rests! ![]() by Frances J. Harvey, Director of Operations The season has changed, we are officially in Fall! It’s one of my favorite times of the year. The leaves are a blast of colors – reds, yellows, and greens. As they fall, the trees go barren, digging into the soil for a long winter, waiting to gather their energy for Spring time. Have you noticed, it’s dark outside at 5 o’clock! As I drive home at the end of the day, the sun is no longer lighting my way. Now headlights and street lights guide my way. The traffic is heavy. It is also colder now, and… |
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