Monthly Archives: October 2010

Snapshots of Ireland

Posted on October 26, 2010 by John

Connie and John were in Ireland from 13 to 27 September. Here we would like to share with you just a handful of photos from our trip. We flew into Dublin and spent a night at a great hotel near … Continue reading →

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Autumn: A Time to Regain Focus

Posted on October 26, 2010 by John

Farm life is not simple. Retirement isn’t easy. But when we regain focus in life we find many joys as when breeding sheep or training a difficult puppy. Continue reading →

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Preaching That Slices Like a Sword

Posted on October 19, 2010 by John

Sermonizing has a well-earned bad reputation. Can it be redeemed? Yes, if conviction, civility, good information, realistic story-telling, respect for all, and compassion for the oppressed are brought together Continue reading →

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One-of-a-Kind Spot

Posted on October 16, 2010 by John

Training young Spot to be a sheepdog reminds me of the need to see all dogs–and all people–as individuals. Continue reading →

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He Touched the Pain: God and Suffering

Posted on October 12, 2010 by John

Iris DeMent’s song, “He Reached Down,” expresses the way God relates to our suffering and the way we relate to God in faith. Continue reading →

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Aled Owen Leaves Handlers Happy

Posted on October 9, 2010 by John

Aled Owen sheepdog handling clinic at Heatherhope was of great help to nine handlers and their 13 dogs. Continue reading →

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Epiphany at Heatherhope January 8, 2012

Posted on October 9, 2010 by John

Heatherhope Farm hosts its eighth annual Epiphany celebration on Sunday, January 8, 2012. Continue reading →

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Mother Teresa and Ireland

Posted on October 6, 2010 by Connie

Learning from Mother Teresa while in Ireland Continue reading →

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