Tag: christianity

Why Does Pastor Need That Car? (and 4 Other Questions We May be Too Afraid to Ask out Loud)

Picture of a church

“The sermon was too long. The sermon was too short. Pastor didn’t greet me. Pastor greeted them for longer than he greeted me. Pastor is always busy. Why must Pastor go on holiday? Pastor talks about money. Pastor doesn’t visit enough. Pastor’s children should know better. Pastor’s wife looks unfriendly.”

If Only

Hand reaching out

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”