Boldness, Character, Discipline, Excellence, Faith, Friendship, Influence, Prayer, Purpose

A Firm Foundation

Welcome to Faith Connection Friday! We are in a series discussing bridges, and Faith Connection Friday connects to our faith. Thank you for joining us! This week we examined the support that is necessary for a bridge to fulfill its purpose. The support comes from s solid and sure foundation that provides security and safety… Continue reading A Firm Foundation

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Coverings of Prayer

Welcome to Connections2Excellence! We are in a series about bridges and how they connect to excellence! On Faith Connection Friday, we extend the concept to connect to our faith. As we looked briefly at the varieties of bridges, one type that intrigued me is the covered bridge. One purpose of a covered bridge is to… Continue reading Coverings of Prayer

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Bridges to Faith

Happy birthday, Connections2Excellence! It has been one year since the birth of this blog. I have been amazed at the activity and comments—Thank you so very much. This week we began a mini-series on connecting bridges to excellence. On Faith Connection Friday, we extend this concept as we connect to our faith. What do you… Continue reading Bridges to Faith

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The Key to Success

Have you ever been in a situation in which you sought direction for your life? No doubt you may have many times. The questions come. What am I supposed to do with my life? How do I know it is the right path? What if I am wrong? What can I do to find the… Continue reading The Key to Success

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Mountaintop of Hope

Welcome back to Faith Connections Friday! Thank you for sharing a moment with me. What happens after a big event? The wedding, birth, job change, or relocation—it's a mountaintop experience. The excitement of the days leading to the event. Finally, the day arrives, and we experience the first day or the first week. Whew! Then,… Continue reading Mountaintop of Hope

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Easter — Now What?

Welcome back to connections2excellence! I am so glad you joined us today. Thank you! Did you have a wonderful Easter? How did you enjoy the weekend? Many had a holiday from the office. Little ones participated in an Easter egg hunt and found lots of bunnies, chocolate, and jelly beans. Families came together and enjoyed… Continue reading Easter — Now What?

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Good Friday Reflections

Welcome to Faith Connections Friday! I am so glad you joined us on this special Good Friday. The connection of the fulfillment of the Old Testament feasts and festivals to the crucifixion and resurrection has always intrigued me. At the Passover, the blood of a perfect lamb covered the doorposts of the dwellings of the… Continue reading Good Friday Reflections

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How Do You Prepare for Easter?

Welcome to connections2excellence! I am so glad you joined us today! How do you prepare for Easter? Do you have any special traditions to get ready for the day? Thousands of years ago, a multitude of families diligently prepared for an upcoming celebration, complete with special feasts and activities. The tradition of the Seder service… Continue reading How Do You Prepare for Easter?

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Setting Our Face

Thank you for joining us today! Welcome--it's Faith Connections Friday! Is there a vision or a purpose you are eagerly awaiting to achieve? Attending an event? Giving a special gift? Meeting a goal? We are eagerly approaching Easter. The festivities surrounding this holiday come with activities for families to enjoy outdoors, new clothing, and lots… Continue reading Setting Our Face

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What’s Your Story?

One of the things I most enjoy is hearing life stories. Stories of someone's parents and their families. Stories surrounding where they were born and where they lived. Stories about their own families and how they met the love of their life. And stories they seem most excited to share—their children and grandchildren. Everyone has… Continue reading What’s Your Story?