Sep 8, 2011 | Being a Minister, Motherhood and Ministry
I sit at my computer with copious notes, a cup of coffee and focused attention. The phone rings. Hoping that the caller is someone who can wait, I glance at the Caller ID and see the number for the preschool. Soon I am back at home with an eight-month-old baby who has...
Jun 29, 2011 | +Pam Durso, Motherhood and Ministry
Being “in charge” has some priviledges–including getting a good seat during worship. I got to sit on the front row during the Baptist Women in Ministry worship service last Wednesday, and I saw things that some folks there may not have opportunity to...
May 16, 2011 | Motherhood and Ministry
This month, we’ll celebrate six months since Parker drew his first breath of life into this world. The last six months have radically changed my life. These moments have been full of blessings and joys. We’ve also faced (and conquered) unexpected illnesses. I’m...
Mar 17, 2011 | Advent/Lent, Being the Church, Motherhood and Ministry
Peter and two other disciples traveled with Jesus to the top of a mountain. There on the mountain they experienced an event known to us as the Transfiguration. Jesus was transformed before their eyes, his face shone brightly, and his clothes were sparkling white....
Mar 1, 2011 | Adventures in Seminary, Motherhood and Ministry
When I decided to enroll in seminary, it was with some trepidation. I wasn’t concerned so much about the academic requirements, or how I would manage biblical languages and exegesis. I was concerned for my ability to manage seminary with kids. My husband and I have...
Feb 25, 2011 | Motherhood and Ministry
Sitting in my home office, I was typing a devotional for an upcoming meeting at church. I could hear my two young daughters playing the famous “laughing becomes crying” game. Soon, the younger was standing by my elbow with copious tears and loud complaints of...
