The Reverend Richard Samuel Coons, 91, died May 30, 2021, in Memphis, Tennessee. Known to most as Dick, Rev. Coons was born to Clara Grace Newline Coons and Herman S. Coons in Troy Grove, Illinois, June 30, 1929. He grew up and was educated in the public schools of Casey, Illinois, graduating from Casey High […]

Reflect We see from Ephesians 5 and Genesis 2 that God intended for human beings to be bound closely to each other. Whether we are someone’s spouse or someone’s relative, friend or colleague, our actions affect others as well as ourselves. The decisions we make usually have an impact on those close to us, whether […]

Focus Slow your breathing and become aware of the taking in and letting out of your breath. Focus on putting things aside so you will be open to what God is saying to you today. Read Galatians 6:11-18 New Revised Standard Version 11 See what large letters I make when I am writing in my own […]