by Diane W. Bailey | Jan 10, 2017 | Consilium Community
A knot tightened in my stomach as I sorted through the stack of notices demanding payment with money that did not come in that month. As a single mom, with little or no child support, money was always an issue. This month, in particular, was difficult. My income...
by Mei L. Au | Nov 22, 2016 | Consilium Community
Over half a century ago, a 33-year-old father bravely stepped onto a plane in Hong Kong headed for Jamaica, leaving behind his young bride, eight months pregnant and three children, all under the age of five. One month later, I was born into the squalor of that city....
by Debbie Putman | Sep 13, 2016 | Consilium Community
It seems everywhere I turn, someone–in a seminar, a book, a sermon, a blog post, a conversation–asks me what my dreams are. Big dreams. Where do I want to be in two years? Five? Ten? I used to be able to answer that question without hesitation. Now...
by Diane W. Bailey | May 26, 2016 | Consilium Community, Consilium Podcast
You might have heard of the Grammy and Dove Award winner Francesca Battistelli, but have you heard of her amazing mother? On the Podcast today we have the honor of talking with Kate Battistelli – a blogger, published author, foodie and a retired Broadway...
by Diane W. Bailey | Dec 18, 2015 | Diane's Posts
“And this will be a sign for you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloth and lying in a feeding trough.” Luke 2:12 God always gives a sign for those seeking him. Like the young shepherds, a sign is given but a search is needed. “It is the glory of God to...