Diary of a Pastors Wife
An honest reflection of what couples in Ministry experience daily – the good, bad and the downright wacky. It demonstrates their undying love, commitment and sacrifice to the Ministry despite all odds.
Category: Mel’s Blog
The Tree, the Storm, and the Survivor
Not all soil produces life. You can take the healthiest seed, full of potential, and bury it in the wrong environment. It will struggle to grow. Bad soil is dry, toxic, or shallow. It lacks the nutrients needed for deep roots and sustainable growth. Spiritually, the same is true. When we plant ourselves in places that are critical, cynical, disconnected, or spiritually dry, we begin to wither from the inside out. Our faith feels stagnant, our joy fades, and our fruitfulness is stunted. This is why it matters where we are planted.
If Only
The story of the woman in Luke 8:43-48 is one that echoes through time, resonating with anyone who has ever felt unworthy, unseen, or cast aside. South African poet Alvin Fredericks captures this beautifully in his poem titled “If Only”, painting a picture of… Continue Reading “If Only”
The Untold Stories of Pastors’ Widows: Love, Loss, and Legacy
The early church emphasised the importance of caring for widows. In James 1:27, we are reminded that “religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress.” Yet, many pastors’ widows find themselves navigating their grief alone, disconnected from the very people who once called them family.
Beyond the Pulpit
The Invisible Weight Carried by Pastors’ Families It was Sunday morning. The music team played, and the congregation worshipped. Standing in the front row, next to my family, tears streamed down my cheeks. The timing was ridiculous. It was Sunday morning after all, when… Continue Reading “Beyond the Pulpit”
KIDS GRIEVE TOO – HOW TO HELP THEM THROUGH THEIR LOSS
In English we say “I miss you.” The French say “Tu me manques,” meaning, ”You are missing from me.” Grief is difficult, even more so for children. Here is our story, with steps you can use to help your children through their loss.
Understanding Suicide
The scourge of suicide has been sweeping through nations, obliterating families emotionally, physically, and financially. Some would describe an act of suicide as a massive explosion – the shrapnel races through the air, wounding everyone in sight. The questions are endless. Guilt and blame abound. Join me and Clinical Psychologist, Dr Rani Samuel as we unpack the mental state of someone who is suicidal. We look at the impact on loved ones and talk about the process of healing.
Ten Simple Steps Towards a Successful 2022
Be a breaker – someone who “breaks through” and crafts a pathway for others to walk through.
BEHIND THE SCENES
If you attend church on a Sunday morning, you may not realise the amount of work that goes on behind the scenes to make sure everything is ready by the time you arrive…
What the Corona Virus is Doing to our Kids and How WE Can Help Them
Always remember that our thoughts, attitudes and actions are as infectious to our children as the coronavirus. We will get through this – their little hands in ours. Together.
GANGSTER’S PARADISE
The soundtrack to Coolio’s hit “Gangster’s Paradise” has been playing out at Elsie’s River in Cape Town for decades. The area is only around five square kilometres, yet is bursting with stories of joy and anguish, love and hate, death and hope. This, dear reader, is a story of hope.
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