Celebrating New Spaces and New Dreams {…plus a Giveaway by Kris Camealy}

Kris Camealy

From the first moment I stumbled onto the pages of Always Alleluia, I knew I’d love this writer.

Kris Camealy weaves her heart through her words and reflects Christ’s heart through it all. And now she’s created a new space to welcome you — a space to stir our souls and deepen our relationship with Christ. The beauty and serenity of her new site is lovely.

Kris has also dreamed about another space, a real and tangible place where women can gather together and pour their prayers at the altar.

Refine: The Retreat

Next spring, Kris will open the doors and welcome each guest — each friend — to . . .

Refine: The Retreat on April 4 – 6, 2014.

And to celebrate all this, she’s giving away a free ticket to the retreat along with lots of books and special treats.

Take a moment and click over . . . You’ll be so glad you did.

 

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How Writers Can Avoid the Frustration of Futile Feedback

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As writers, we want to improve our writing. So we want feedback. There are different ways to garner feedback too. We can ask family and friends to offer their insights. We can attend a … [Continue reading...]

My First Lesson in Motherhood

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Racing along the freeway, under a midnight sky, I lay on my side with the passenger seat reclined as far back as possible. The pain won’t stop, although it undulates in waves. Across the bay, I see … [Continue reading...]

The Call of Joseph . . . Part 9

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Photo By Max Wolfe ~ Creative Commons In recent weeks, I’ve been telling my story, which is really His story, of how He has authored my faith. (Hebrews 12:2) Today’s story takes place when … [Continue reading...]

Finding Grace

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May the words I speak . . . and the thoughts I think . . . and the deeds I commit . . . be always full of grace.   Finding Grace in Special Places   We Belong to Each Other by Duane … [Continue reading...]

A Retreat for the Soul

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A Time for (in)RL Community

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Hello Mornings . . . The Summer Challenge

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“Yes, I’m awake. I’m not up, but I’m awake.” These are the words I mumble, while lying horizontal, as my husband gets ready for work. He’s one of those cheery types in the morning. … [Continue reading...]

Mended: A Glimpse into the Future I Dream Of ~ Week 10

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As I sat in a quiet corner of the sanctuary, I noticed an elderly woman walk in. She strode tall and slender, but with a slight curve in her shoulders, as if the years of life had worn a little too … [Continue reading...]

Jumping Tandem

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How can a man with no legs jump out of an airplane? It's possible. If you're jumping tandem. The man at the bottom of this photo is my brother. And he's my hero. He lost both of his legs when … [Continue reading...]