by Ruth Rosell | Aug 22, 2019 | Opinion
Most weekends, I am able to escape the hustle and bustle of Kansas City and retreat to our place in the country. As I now sit on the deck, overlooking green trees and sparkling water, I hear the morning birdsong and breathe in the fresh morning air. The breeze...
by Ruth Rosell | Mar 2, 2017 | Opinion
Hospitality to strangers is an integral part of the Christian faith tradition. Marjorie Thompson, in her 2005 book, “Soul Feast,” states it was “a hallmark of virtue for ancient Jews and Christians.” The writer of Hebrews holds up...
by Ruth Rosell | Nov 12, 2007 | Opinion
Veterans Day creates a ministry dilemma. As a pastor and religious leader, how can I be faithful in teaching what I believe to be central to following Christ and yet not unduly offend others? More specifically, how can I teach and preach that Christ calls us to be...
by Ruth Rosell | Nov 12, 2007 | Opinion
Veterans Day creates a ministry dilemma. As a pastor and religious leader, how can I be faithful in teaching what I believe to be central to following Christ and yet not unduly offend others? More specifically, how can I teach and preach that Christ calls us to be...