Faith – Page 7 – Signora Sheila

The Sound of Silence: A Poem

Macro close-up photograph of a clear water droplet resting on blue and golden feathers, creating a serene, dreamy nature scene.

Listen to the Sound of Silence… It sighs on the wind, The voice of calm serenity. It whispers in the treetops, Calling, peace be still. Whispering, sighing, breathing, Never still, nor fully silent. Harken to its melody, Singing in the stillness. For only then, Do we truly hear. Only then do we learn, That theContinueContinue reading “The Sound of Silence: A Poem”

We Each Have a Part to Play

A solitary vintage lamppost glows warmly in a snowy, fog-shrouded forest, casting a faint shadow across frost-covered grass.

November 22 marked the 62nd anniversary of C.S. Lewis’ death. Many people around the world mourned the loss of this reknowned writer and literary scholar. But for his own part, he was ready to go. In his last days he made the following memorable statement: “I have done all I wanted to do, and I’mContinueContinue reading “We Each Have a Part to Play”

Seven Tips for Sharing Your Faith

Two young women sit beside a sunlit lake, sharing a relaxed conversation; one holds a drink as wildflowers frame the peaceful scene.

Italy’s public health system is a great blessing for us! Without it we would have gone without medical care at times. We appreciate having quality care and treatment at no or low out-of-pocket costs. But it’s always been our family dottori (doctors) that we value the most. Even though we often seem to amuse them withContinueContinue reading “Seven Tips for Sharing Your Faith”

Giving Thanks for Providence

Autumn centerpiece with large orange pumpkin, smaller pumpkins, and leafy greenery on a glossy table, reflected in warm sunlight by windows.

Autumn here in Italy is a special season, one of my favorites! In small towns, like ours, the smell of wood smoke hangs in the crisp, clean air. Grapes are fermenting into fine wines. And olives, pressed into green gold, glisten in their bottles. But as an American, my thoughts turn to Thanksgiving. Even thoughContinueContinue reading “Giving Thanks for Providence”

A Faith Strong Like Espresso

Open Bible with a pen resting in its center beside coffee on a wooden table, creating a calm, reflective reading scene.

I love espresso. But that’s normal. I’ve lived in Italy for over 30 years! But what I really want is an espresso faith! Not in the sense of quick and easy, because a life of true faith is never a life without problems. But rather a faith that looks above and beyond problems and trials.ContinueContinue reading “A Faith Strong Like Espresso”

Through the Eyes of a Child

Child in a pink knit hat and striped shirt looks toward a small backyard playhouse and swing at sunset, creating a warm, peaceful mood.

One day, while watching an old Andy Griffith episode my 6-year-old grandson piped up with a question. “Why don’t they want that man to sing, Nonna? He sings real good!” That man was Rafe Hollister who, with his golden singing voice, had entered, and won, the singing contest held by the local Ladies’ Society. ButContinueContinue reading “Through the Eyes of a Child”