‘Tis the Season – May 2015

It’s spring…a much anticipated season, especially here in Minnesota where our senses are dulled for so many long months. Sun-starved describes it best. Not enough natural vitamin D. We long to have the windows open, hear the happy exchange of the birds who...
Family Spotlight: Tayler Chandler

Family Spotlight: Tayler Chandler

“Inspiring” is the word mentioned over and over by coaches, teammates, reporters, and friends, who all say that Tayler Chandler’s work ethic, perseverance, and cheerful disposition permeate everything she does. The Columbus Indiana East High School senior has been...
Meet the Barnhart Family

Meet the Barnhart Family

I had never heard of a Legacy Retreat® or Inheritance of Hope (IoH) until my daughter, Emma Barnhart, told me about it – how her family had been nominated to be a part of one of those retreats and how excited she was about Inheritance of Hope’s purpose and mission...
Day 3 Jerusalem

Day 3 Jerusalem

Sorry I skipped Day 2! The time change is a bit difficult to adjust to! I’ve had the opportunity to see Old City sites. Also, went to the expo to pick up my runner’s packet and shirt. The roads are a lot hillier than I expected! The race day weather is...
Walking (running!) out a dream

Walking (running!) out a dream

For over two years I have had the dream of running in the Jerusalem Marathon.  Well…this week I’m walking (running) out my dream – want to join me?  The dream began when my friend, Israel, told me about the marathon. I didn’t realize Jerusalem...

Staying in the Patch – March 2015

“For you were formerly darkness, but now you are light in the world; walk as children of light… trying to learn what is pleasing to the Lord.” Ephesians 5:8 & 10 (NASB) Picking strawberries was the last thing I felt like doing after a busy week as a...
Family Spotlight: Julie Hull

Family Spotlight: Julie Hull

Julie Hull, Inheritance of Hope donor and volunteer, lost her husband, Ken, after he fought cancer for two years.  In spite of her grief, Julie is resolute.   “I commit myself to carrying the message of Hope and sharing it through volunteering and serving...