Monthly Archives: September 2017

Voluntary Prayer

Posted on September 23, 2017 by theresemarlin

Options for Women is an organization dedicated to helping women, particularly poor or marginalized women, find alternatives to abortion. Options does so much more than counsel mothers-to-be, the organization gets involved with male partners, families, extended families, surrogate parents, etc. … Continue reading →

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Doing Good

Posted on September 17, 2017 by theresemarlin

The major religions of the world have as one of their tenants, helping others. Those who practice the tenant of helping others often feel that they get more than they give. How may one measure who gets the most when … Continue reading →

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Watching and Waiting

Posted on September 9, 2017 by theresemarlin

This week a large hurricane hovers off the coast of Florida. It promises to be more devastating than Harvey, which hit Texas last week. Irma is huge. Watching Irma’s movements on television is scary – and I live in the … Continue reading →

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Hope

Posted on September 2, 2017 by theresemarlin

For the last week, the newspapers have been filled with pictures and stories of the terrible flooding in Texas. During this prolonged time of anguish, several stories have emerged about acts of kindness and courage. One poignant story reminded me … Continue reading →

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