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‘Sitting Shiva’ and Saying Goodbye: Reflecting on Jimmy Carter and Peter Yarrow

by Marti & John Fischer Upon hearing of the death of Peter Yarrow, third member of the iconic folk trio, Peter Paul & Mary, I sent my condolences to the sole survivor of the group, Noel  Paul Stookey. He replied … Continue reading

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I Never Had It So Good

Marti and I were married on January 4, 1975. Such a date for a wedding has its advantages and disadvantages, especially when it comes to anniversaries. A definite disadvantage is that we are often spent from the holidays by the … Continue reading

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Cindy Ella’s Dream: A Modern Retelling of the Cinderella Story

A New Year; A New Beginning Happy New Year, Catch Community! As we step into 2025, we are reminded of the power of miracles—their ability to transform lives and inspire hope. Miracles are not just tales from long ago; they … Continue reading

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Cindy Ella’s Dream: A Modern Retelling of the Cinderella Story

Dear Catch Community, Tonight, as the clock strikes midnight and we welcome the New Year; we also conclude an extraordinary chapter in our ministry—a chapter made possible by you. Your involvement, your prayers, and your contributions have allowed us to … Continue reading

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Cindy Ella’s Dream: A Modern Retelling of the Cinderella Story

🎥 Imagine This: A Story You Can’t Ignore… 🎵 Dramatic music swells 🎵 In a world where kindness is overlooked and dreams are just whispers in the wind, one girl rises from the ashes… She’s not just a girl in a tattered dress. … Continue reading

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Cindy Ella’s Dream: a Modern Retelling of the Cinderella Story

A new day is dawning for Cindy, but it won’t come without some help. So, catch up with Cindy’s story today. Take your time with these episodes. It will be well worth it. And while you are at it you … Continue reading

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Cindy Ella’s Dream: a Modern Retelling of the Cinderella Story

Chapter One: Obstacles and Possibilities by Terri Main Cindy Ella Marquez stared at the computer screen. Her eyes flicked down the lines of code searching for that one line, expression, or typo that keeps crashing the program. She is so … Continue reading

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December the 24th

It’s Christmas Eve. In spite of so many Christmas songs that celebrate how this is the “most wonderful time of the year,” it is, for many people in fact, one of the most terrible times of the year. Good feelings … Continue reading

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Why are so many Christians so Cruel?

by David French Opinion Columnist: The New York Times I am republishing this article as a Catch because I believe we all should read it and take it to heart. If I were to re-title this article, I would name it … Continue reading

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Wild and Sweet

I heard the bells on Christmas Day Their old, familiar carols play,  And wild and sweet the words repeat Of peace on earth, goodwill to men!      – Henry Wadsworth Longfellow What unexpected words to use for the Christmas … Continue reading

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