Something happened in my neighborhood coffee shop a couple of years back. Two friends turned up at each other’s doorstep every Tuesday morning, notebooks in hand, not to just catch up, but to intentionally invest in each other. It was their “Growth Tuesday,” they said. It occurred to me then how friendship is when we decide to be …
The coffee maker decides to quit, your car makes a weird noise on the way to work that the radio will not mask, and your boss dumps a last-minute project on your desk. Yeah, we’ve all been there. On days like these, it’s easy to feel like you’re trudging through quicksand, each step harder than …
CHIMNEY ROCK VILLAGE, N.C. – The small mountain town of Chimney Rock Village, home to about 140 residents, faces a long road to recovery after Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact on September 26, 2024. Nearly 400 miles from where Helene made landfall in Florida, this North Carolina hamlet experienced catastrophic flooding when a massive wall of …
Every choice you make matters. Each decision impacts your life, whether it succeeds or fails, whether it’s significant or trivial. As the saying goes, “Your life can be changed by an association with someone. Choose well.” It’s essential to be deliberate in selecting those who surround you. The company you keep profoundly influences who you …
The Battles Within: Navigating Inner Conflicts through Faith and Imagination Have you ever found yourself caught in a mental struggle, replaying scenarios over and over, each time with a different outcome? These are the battles waged by our imagination, and they can significantly impact how we view our role in the world. From shaping our …
What is YOUR faith strength How do you cope? Email me and give me some ideas!!! mary@faithsignal.com I would love to share with our audience (names not shared) Faith is a powerful and multifaceted concept that can transcend religious boundaries. In reality, it can be defined as a strong belief or trust in someone or …
This weekend marked a significant moment in the history of the Catholic Church as Pope Francis announced a series of groundbreaking changes aimed at modernizing the institution and addressing contemporary issues. The announcement, made during a special Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, has been met with both enthusiasm and skepticism from various quarters within the …
As we find ourselves navigating the complexities and challenges of 2024, it’s not uncommon to feel a bit weary. The world moves at a dizzying pace, and sometimes it feels like we’re running just to keep up. If you’re feeling tired or questioning the path you’re on, know that you’re not alone. Many of us …
A thankful thought is one of the most powerful tool you have in your anxiety arsenal In the ever-changing landscape of life, where uncertainty often looms large, finding stability can seem like an elusive goal. However, as we delve into the teachings of Colossians 2:6-7, we uncover a profound truth: a grateful heart is a …
Police officers across the nation are facing an epidemic that isn’t criminal in nature, but equally as damaging: burnout. The high-stress environment of law enforcement, coupled with long hours and the emotional toll of dealing with traumatic events, can lead to physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion. As our society grapples with this issue, two pillars …