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LET PEOPLE SEE JESUS THROUGH YOU!

If you are a Detroit Lions fan, I am sure that you spent most of last Monday saying to your friends and acquaintances, “WHAT A GAME!” Rallying from a 16 point deficit at halftime, the Lions tied the game during the second half, and with only four seconds left, Kicker Jake Bates won the game by kicking a 52 yard field goal! However, the most endearing highlight of this game occurred during his post game interview. When asked about his amazing kick, he stated, "I think it just shows how good the Lord is. He’s so faithful.

MY GOD CAN... BRING THE HOPE OF CHRISTMAS TO THOSE WHO ARE HURTING!

This fall, the United States experienced two catastrophic hurricanes that left paths of horrific destruction. Officials are still calculating the damage from the two storms, but it’s estimated final costs could escalate to billions of dollars. Although hurricane restoration is no longer current front page news, the devastation is still extremely prevalent, and many families and children are still in desperate need. 

I HAVE CALLED YOU BY NAME, YOU ARE MINE! Isaiah 43:1

Nothing gets your attention more than someone calling your name! 

When I was younger and I heard “Susan Elizabeth McCreadie”… I knew my mother was not happy with me! When I am at Target and I hear “Mrs. Palka?”…I know that someone has recognized me. And last Sunday, as I participated in the Detroit Free Press Half Marathon as a member of Team World Vision, and heard “Go Sue”, “You can do this Sue”, “You’ve got this, Sue”, I knew that someone was supporting and encouraging me! 

ALL GRIT!

“All Grit” is a popular slogan for the Detroit Lions. It conveys a story of resilience, determination, and an unyielding spirit that refuses to be extinguished. This definition could also be used for the recent Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton victims.

Today, the Detroit Lions' “Roary The Lion” visited the students of St. Matthew and taught six leadership characteristics, including learning, education, ambition, discipline, encouragement, and responsibility.

Getting to the Root of the Issue

"See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many." Hebrews 12:15

Comments you really don't want to hear...

"Did you know that your driver's license is expired?"

"WOW... your hair has really gotten a lot grayer since the last time I saw you!"

"Mommy... why is there water coming out of the basement ceiling?"

"Did anyone else wake up hearing squeaking noises coming from inside the walls?”

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