new beginnings...

Easter has come and gone... and I have once again been reminded of God's awesome love for me... that He should die for my sins and then rise again, bringing me new life... and new beginnings!! May God's blessings be on each of you, as every day we rise with the knowledge that we are an Easter People, and that we have an awesome God who is ever faithful in His love towards us!!

Praise God!! Christ has risen indeed!!

Happy Valentine's Day!!

According to an article about Valentine's Day found on History.com and the Greeting Card Association, over 1 billion Valentine's Day cards are sent each year, making this day the second largest card sending holiday of the year [topped only by Christmas].  

While the history of Valentine's Day is shrouded in mystery, the month of February has long been associated with romance.  We may never know for sure whether Valentine's Day began as a day to commemorate the death and burial of St. Valentine [which occurred around 270 AD] or whether it began as a way to "christianize" the pagan festival of Lupercalia.  But no matter how it began, Valentine's Day has long been a day for expressions of love towards those friends and family members who we cherish.  

Whether it was just with a phone call, a card and/or a box of candy or romantic dinner and evening out, it is my hope that each of you has taken time to let your loved ones know how much you love and appreciate them.

Happy Valentine's Day!!