The Countercultural Practice of Forgiveness

The Countercultural Practice of Forgiveness

Despite Christ’s exhortations to “forgive seventy times seven”, the attitude of “an eye for an eye” remains commonplace in our world, whether on the international scene or in the playground.  Retaliation in one way or another is generally considered the...
When the Nobodies Get VIP Access!!

When the Nobodies Get VIP Access!!

“The angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring Good News that will cause great joy for all the people.” Luke 2v10 Vincent and I just wanted to take a moment in the midst of the Christmas festivities to wish you a very joyful Christmas Day with...
Christmas Traditions at Parfums de Vie

Christmas Traditions at Parfums de Vie

The children and teens of Parfums de Vie love to celebrate Christmas and we joyfully and creatively love to share the magical redemption story of God becoming flesh to live among us!  Throughout Advent, the children excitedly anticipate and treasure participating in...
Unsettling the Soil of the Soul

Unsettling the Soil of the Soul

In Grasse, we have a very dry climate, and I am always amazed that random flowers and plants sometimes sprout out of crevices of concrete in the ground and even the walls.  Despite the almost impossible conditions (no tilled or fertilized rich soil – but rock...