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Overcoming violence with good

Many communities around the world are dealing with violence and unrest.

Let your light shine

I experienced an unexpected jolt when my marriage of 20 years ended.
Around the world, nations are struggling with the influx of nonnative people, arriving to seek opportunities not present in their home countries.

Pebbles that shine

As I was walking along the beach one day, I noticed how clean and shiny some pebbles were in comparison with others.
We've always considered ourselves an adventurous family.
Several years ago we were in the grip of another water shortage and low rainfall.
My prayers used to begin from the standpoint of lack and need.
“There are over one million children in Canada who live below the poverty level, and the poverty rate for First Nations’ children is at least double the national average,” reported National Chief Phil Fontaine at a recent Assembly of First Nations.
Back in the early ‘70s, a longstanding battle between Navajos and Hopis in the American West flared up over common reservation boundaries.
In the beginning of the school year, one of my best friends was teaching gymnastics to me and another good friend.

Desire is prayer

Last summer, our family was enjoying a day in the mountains.
Even in a nation as prosperous as Switzerland, individuals and businesses have to confront the possibility of failure.