An older man standing on a rocky shoreline at sunrise, looking across the ocean toward the horizon with a sailboat below, symbolizing God’s calling, courage, and the next faithful step.
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Call to Adventure: Lessons from Moana

Sometimes a story created for families and children asks questions that follow us through every season of life: Who am I? What has God called me to do? And will I have the courage to take the next faithful step? The story of Moana offers a vivid picture of leaving the familiar, accepting responsibility, and discovering that purpose becomes clearer as we move forward.
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Recreated scene of Naomi and Lucille driving their jeeps through the Appalachian hollers near Buckhorn, Kentucky
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From Buckhorn to the World

A prayer spoken during a bitter Wisconsin winter led Naomi to the Appalachian hollers of Buckhorn, Kentucky. There, God gave her more than a nursing position—He gave her a calling, a wise mentor, and a spirit of compassionate service that shaped the rest of her life. What place, person, or unexpected circumstance has God used to shape yours?
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Living Our Faith Where We Are
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Living Our Faith Where We Are

Many people describe themselves as Christians. For some, the word reflects a deeply held faith in Jesus Christ. For others, it may describe their family background, their values, the church they once attended, or the tradition in which they were raised. There is also another expression being used more often today: Christ follower. The phrase is not meant to create a new religious group or suggest that one person is spiritually better than another. It simply places the emphasis on direction. A follower is going somewhere. A follower is listening, learning, changing, and seeking to walk in the footsteps of the one being followed.
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Blooming where it was planted
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Bloom Where You Are Planted.

Encouraging & challenging people to be “rooted”, “grounded” and “grow” and so bloom” where they are “planted” in their neighborhood, world and career…using their Passion”,” Abilities”,” Gifts”, “Strengths” and prior “Experiences” God has gifted them with and thereby bringing glory and honor to the LORD. 1st Corinthians 10:31 You are wonderfully made, a masterpiece of God’s loving design. Every part of you—your body, mind, and soul—was crafted with divine intention. Your uniqueness is not random; it is a purposeful gift that equips you to fulfill your role in God’s creation. In a world filled with diversity and challenges, your individuality serves as an essential note in the symphony of humanity.
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Naomi and Richard Dassow Salvation Army Volunteer Chaplains
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God’s Calling and Your Legacy

Each person is uniquely gifted by God to contribute to the world, and neglecting to fulfill this role diminishes the collective whole. In later life stages, finding purpose involves a change of heart and perspective rather than a job change. Discovering one's calling is a continuous process, requiring practice, mentors, and adaptability. It's a journey marked by intentional decisions, failures, and the pursuit of mastery in certain areas, encompassing one's entire life.
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Stuart and Jill Briscoe
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You are special and unique with a mission!

 ●”The Lord created each of us individually with different Spiritual Gifts, Passions, Abilities, strengths and a unique personality with different experiences. Helping each other put the pieces of the seeming puzzle together so we each can be most effective in our families, church, community and the world and finish our lives well and leave a legacy that gives glory to the LORD so when we stand before Him one day, we will hear, “Well done, my good and faithful servant.”
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Retirement: Books with resources of prayer, forgiveness and wisdom for living a life for Christ
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Resources for our journey of life!

This post offers resources for all age groups, especially boomers, emphasizing prayer, worship, wisdom, forgiveness, and life missions. It aims to provide actionable steps through weekly posts, to complement rather than replace church resources. There are various resources listed for prayer, forgiveness, worship, and encouragement, including blog posts and videos, hoping to inspire and guide readers on their spiritual journey.
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View of my favorite books on Prayer
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Boomers and Boomers and Beyond. You are Special !

As “Boomers “and “Boomers and and Beyond” and also along with Millennials…providing “resources” …on our  journey as we explore relationships, interrelationships, and intersection of the 3 “circles of Life” …”bringing every thought captive” to bring new insights as we find practical ways to embody the love of Jesus in our neighborhood, city and world. and showing examples of how people have “made a difference in the world”!
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View of my favorite books on Prayer
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Boomers and Boomers and Beyond. Special people!

The content discusses the spiritual journey of Baby Boomers and Millennials, illustrating ways to live out the love of Jesus in their community and beyond. Notably highlighted is the book, Improving with Age, emphasizing God’s purpose and meaningful tasks for those in their later years. It additionally offers an array of resources including interviews, blog posts, and prayer aids for navigating life's challenges. It encourages periodic reflection on personal life mission and vision.
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