Joyce McCullough

Thankful for Spirit-filled Traditions

Now is the time of year when many of us begin to reflect upon our families’ seasonal traditions. “Tradition. Without our traditions, our lives would be as shaky as a fiddler on the roof.” When I was in college, I…

By Joyce McCullough November 1, 2021Blog Posts

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Savoring Self-control

Ah, self-control! Come, Holy Spirit, fill me with more of it! This ninth fruit of the spirit is such a blessing to me, and I’m sure to those around me, when I take the time to nurture it, rely on…

By Joyce McCullough September 30, 2021Blog Posts

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Fall Newsletter and Giveaway

Dear Reader, Welcome to my fall 2021 newsletter! Goodbye, summer; hello, fall! By mid-September teachers are teaching, children are learning, leaves are falling, and footballs are flying. It’s my favorite time of year! I’m excited to celebrate the season with…

By Joyce McCullough September 22, 2021Language Lessons, Newsletters1 Comment

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Engendering Gentleness

“Daddy, Daddy,” I yelled as I tugged on my father’s arm and beckoned him in the direction of the garage. “Pursy’s got a rat in her box”! “Shhh, Joyce Ann! Leave her alone for now,” Daddy instructed and quietly explained…

By Joyce McCullough September 1, 2021Blog Posts6 Comments

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Finding Faith

In Amy Parker’s How Far Is Faith? board book (illustrated by Breezy Brookshire), a little elephant has a big discussion with his mama about where we can all find faith. With profound wisdom the mama elephant touches her trunk to…

By Joyce McCullough August 1, 2021Blog Posts