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Dear Reconcilers, As we begin our 30th year of Reconciliation Ministry, our hearts are filled with gratitude. Looking back, we see God’s faithful hand guiding this ministry through every season. What began as a step of obedience has become a journey of encouragement, healing, and restored relationships. We are thankful for each of you who…

Dear Reconcilers, Guest writer Barbara Dahlgren describes where our focus should be as we turn the calendar to 2026. Looking Forward As we approach a new year, I have some advice. Look forward. The past is to learn from, not to live in.  Many people want things to be the way they used to be. Well,…

Dear Reconcilers, This month contributing writer, Willard High shares his wit and wisdom on the importance of counting our blessings. Cultivating an Attitude of Gratitude As we approach the Thanksgiving Season, my mind wanders back to my childhood. I grew up in a simple rural setting that has spawned so many great memories, leaving me…

Dear Reconcilers, This month contributing writer, Mike Feazell defines what true hope is and where to find it when life seems uncertain. Hope in Dangerous Times When the world trembles – under the weight of wars, pandemics, political upheaval, or personal loss – fear often takes the front seat. It speaks in the middle of…

Dear Reconcilers, This month’s letter is from contributing writer, Lloyd Briggie, an Elder Emeritus of Grace Communion International church. Staying the Course Haven’t we all at times felt swept up in the swirling activities and events of life? When so much is happening all around us and to us, we can feel out of control,…

Dear Reconcilers, Recently I was watching an interview with New Jersey federal Judge Esther Salas whose only son was shot and killed at her front door five years ago. Salas and her husband Mark Anderl were celebrating their son Daniel’s 20th birthday at their North Brunswick home when a man dressed as a delivery worker…

Dear Reconcilers, This month our guest writer Sheila Graham shares an everyday anecdote with a deeper message.   Where Y’all From? “Where are you from?” I asked the barista serving up mimosas at a Mother’s Day brunch. It was a question often asked in Texas as a conversation starter. When he said, “Puerto Rico,” my…