Tag Archives: People

Neighbors Loving Neighbors

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Elena Bowling

This past Saturday morning, something awesome and wonderful happened in my town. Harvest Hope PeeDee brought the Mobile Food Pantry to Lamar, an answered prayer. There are places where people can receive assistance in Darlington County, however, there is nothing close by. Everything … Continue reading →

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Moments

Posted on May 14, 2019 by Elena Bowling

Two months have passed since the announcement. Eight weeks have now dwindled down to a handful of days. Yesterday was my last Monday staff meeting. Today my last weekly outreach meeting with our senior pastor, last coffee-shop meeting with a … Continue reading →

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View from the 2nd row

Posted on April 19, 2019 by Elena Bowling

When I gave my life to Christ it was without fanfare. In that moment of surrender, simple words lifted from my heart to His. Kneeling on the floor in Livermore, CA, face buried in my hands, feeling so exposed. It … Continue reading →

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One Nation, Under God

Posted on October 6, 2018 by Elena Bowling

There was a knock at the door this morning. The young man was about to leave as I answered. He was a student from our local university, working on behalf of the IL republican candidate for governor. Bradley introduced himself … Continue reading →

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Eleven Twenty One Seventeen

Posted on November 22, 2017 by Elena Bowling

Yesterday morning was the fruit of months of planning. A time and space created for people to serve and be served. A place where feet were washed, tears spilled, hearts filled. I saw love poured out and love hungrily accepted. … Continue reading →

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Not Enough

Posted on April 8, 2015 by Elena Bowling

Dear Christ Follower, be careful. The demands on our time and energy are endless, it can be so easy to lose spiritual balance. Regardless of life stage, age, occupation or gender, our culture is hectic. There’s never a dull moment. … Continue reading →

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