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The Fishbowl Podcast
The podcast for leaders in ministry and the world
Oozing Everyday
Thoughts on life and faith while “oozing”‘ with the light of Christ
2 Brothers with Hemophilia
The journey of two brothers with Severe hemophilia A
Episode 27: Transitions and Calling in a Pandemic
COVID-19 has changed our world. Finding our way in the world with masks and social distancing is our new normal. And ministry is changing a a result. Many United Methodist pastors are transitioning to new congregations and some are meeting in only the virtual space....
New Beginnings
Today was our first Sunday in worship at FUMC Belen. This is where my husband is now serving as pastor. We experienced our first “parking lot” service which was tons of fun! We were welcomed with signs, balloons, and well wishes from those attending in their cars. We...
Pacing, Pain and Possibilities: Understanding Our Limits
Originally published by Hemophilia News Today, June 3,2020 I am in a season of trying to pace myself. Instead of running at the track, I am walking. Instead of lifting heavy things, I ask for help. I am also finding time to rest. These are not things that come...
Being Open About Mental Health and Chronic Illness
Originally published by Hemophilia News Today, May 20, 2020 They say hindsight is 20/20, but I never really understood what that meant until I became an adult. Sometimes, I think back to my childhood and things that were confusing now make sense. One thing now...
What I Remember As the Mother of Newly Diagnosed Children
Originally published by Hemophilia News Today, May 13, 2020 I have celebrated Mother’s Day, as a mom, for 24 years. In those years I’ve experienced tremendous joy and insurmountable grief. Some of my deepest grief came right after both of my sons were born. Instead of...
Letting My Child Grow Up While Remaining His Advocate
Originally published by Hemophilia News Today, May 6, 2020 I used to be great about determining if my now 14-year-old son Caeleb was having a bleed. Identifying the symptoms of a joint bleed was second nature to me. Swelling of the joint, warmth to the touch, redness...
Nightmares, Weirdness and Love
I am having nightmares and they are pretty bizarre. I sometimes wake up with my heart racing, yet I am unable to remember the specifics of my dream. Many of my nightmares are extremely violent. This is not normal for me and when I spoke to my therapist about my...
Remembering Our Other Family on the Front Lines
Originally published by Hemophilia News Today, April 29, 2020 Losing family members is hard. Long-lived lives that come to an end, distance that prevents relatives from remaining close, and estrangements following family squabbles are a few ways to lose family...
Episode 26: Bringing the Church to the People
Barbara Tegtmeier is not your ordinary retiree. She is a volunteer chaplain for the Albuquerque Police Department and serves as a supply pastor for Cornerstone United Methodist Church. Her passion for people is phenomenal. Barbara is a lover of education and seeks out...
Giving Thanks for Peace While in Self-Quarantine
Originally published by Hemophilia News Today, April 22, 2020 If I had to define my self-quarantine in one word, it would be peace. I live in a peaceful, small, rural town. My street is quiet and my porch has a wonderful view. Three of us are at home — my husband, one...
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