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October 1, 2016

CALLING ALL ANGELS

A couple days after my friend left, my mother arrived. I had called her right after I wrote about what it is like to be me right now.

She booked a flight immediately. She didn’t ask why I needed her; she didn’t hesitate. I called, and she came.

My mom cooked; she cleaned; she read with the kids; she played games with us; she listened; and she restored my peace.

I thank God for the angels among us- the people who show up and tell us with their actions and their words that God cares for our every need.

Rebecca Burtram CHURCH PLANTING 4 1 min read

July 13, 2016

I am a white, middle class, christian, American woman. I have watched and listened the past couple of weeks as people have demanded to be seen and heard. I have remained quiet. I have not remained quiet because I do not believe black lives matter. I have not remained quiet because I believe our police force is corrupt and racist. […]

Rebecca Burtram LEARNING 2 3 min read

March 5, 2016

3 CUPS OF TEA

I never acquired the taste for coffee. I know this sounds like insanity to all my joyfully caffeinated friends. In fact, a few may have stopped reading after that first sentence. Because I am not a coffee drinker, I don’t have a single hot beverage on most days. This is why Thursday was so unique. I had not just one, but three cups […]

Rebecca Burtram CHURCH PLANTING 3 3 min read

January 14, 2016

OH, ALMOST

I know you see it-the shirt just in front of the hamper. Although finding a piece of clothing on the floor next to the hamper is a daily occurrence, in the moment, I was struck by how that shirt looks similar to so much of my life. The laundry almost makes it IN the laundry basket; my house is almost as clean […]

Rebecca Burtram CHURCH PLANTING 2 1 min read

January 8, 2016

RUNNING IN THE DARK

All I have to do is tap a button. The pillow is so soft, the blankets are so warm, and my husband would be so lonely without me there. Is that a tickle in the back of my throat? Maybe I’m sick and need to sleep more. I can text to let the others know to go on without me.

Rebecca Burtram LEARNING 1 1 min read

August 24, 2015

KEEP YOUR CHIN UP

Tired? Hurting? Stressed? Battered? Join the crowd. If you aren’t there at the moment, you can recall the sensations with ease. We have ALL been there. Recently I have been reminded in many ways of the importance of community. Community is what helps us keep our chins up. Sometimes it is the kind word, someone standing beside us, a listening […]

Rebecca Burtram LEARNING 1 1 min read

July 10, 2015

SLIGHTLY OFF KEY

Thanks to all those whose ears are slightly damaged but still love me!

Rebecca Burtram LEARNING 1 1 min read

March 20, 2015

SO SICK

I am not suggesting you follow your friends and loved ones into the bathroom and hold their hands while they poop. I am suggesting, though, that you make yourself available to them right where they are hurting.

Rebecca Burtram PARENTING 0 1 min read

March 15, 2015

13.1 LIFE LESSONS

Whether you are going 13.1 miles or surviving a marathon of daily tasks, look for the lessons you can learn along the way.

Rebecca Burtram running 2 4 min read

CALLING ALL ANGELS

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