How You Can Become a Better Teacher at Church

by | Feb 28, 2012 | Opinion

I have been thinking about Bill Wilson’s article on the word “just” since it appeared Oct. 31. In fact, the Rev. Bob Boston, retired Presbyterian minister and counselor, had already chastised me about saying, “I’m just a layman.” I...

Support Candidates Who Embody Our Best Values

by | Jan 20, 2012 | Opinion

As the Republican candidates for president crisscross South Carolina, spewing venom at each other and producing lots of heat but no light, I have to ponder what I want for our country. I want everyone to have adequate food and a safe place to sleep. I want everyone to...

This Resolution Can Reduce Your Stress Next Year

by | Dec 29, 2011 | Opinion

Many people regard New Year’s resolutions with the same disdain they attribute to the fruitcake. I am a proponent of both. For several years now, I have made the same New Year’s resolution, and I ask God to help me to keep it: I will take no bitterness...

Listening “ A Gift We Don’t Use Often Enough

by | Nov 22, 2011 | Opinion

Editor’s note: The National Day of Listening was started by StoryCorps in 2008. Click here for more about the day, and here for a feature on StoryCorps. The day after Thanksgiving is not only Black Friday, it is also NationalDayofListening. Here is one day when...

Is Your Workplace Toxic? How You Can Solve It

by | Oct 24, 2011 | Opinion

By all reports, the workplace is at its most toxic level. Bullying, disrespect and hostility are rampant. The protracted economic meltdown has only served to make matters worse. The result is an unhealthy environment that is costing both employers and employees....