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The importance of grandparents
The importance of grandparents
Q: My husband and I frequently take care of our grandchildren for our son and his wife. They both work full-time and have extremely busy lives – probably too busy. We love being with the kids. But do you think this is a healthy arrangement? 07/12/2022 12:00 AM
Why can this Christian life be so difficult?
Why can this Christian life be so difficult?
Editor’s note: This is a reprinted column from Jack Purcell’s “On the Journey” archives. It originally appeared in The Star in 2013. 07/08/2022 12:00 AM
The issues of controlling anger
The issues of controlling anger
Q: I have to admit that my temper gets the best of me. When my husband or kids push my buttons, I just “let it out” (with words, not violence). That’s how my parents lived and how I was raised. Is there any way I can change? 07/05/2022 12:00 AM
God’s presence and our risen savior
God’s presence and our risen savior
Editor’s note: The following are spiritual poems written by local resident Jim “Pops” Talerico, a member of nineteen:10 Church in Boerne. 07/05/2022 12:00 AM
‘Love each other as I have loved you’
‘Love each other as I have loved you’
Editor’s note: This is a reprinted column from Jack Purcell’s “On the Journey” archives. It originally appeared in The Star in 2013. 07/01/2022 12:00 AM
Ways to avoid retirement struggles
Ways to avoid retirement struggles
Q: I worked hard for decades and retired three years ago. My wife and I planned to travel extensively – but with (first) the pandemic and then some related health concerns, we’ve set that idea aside. Now I’m having difficulty adjusting my expectations for retirement while struggling with discontentment. Can you offer any suggestions? 06/28/2022 12:00 AM
Sensing the presence of God
Sensing the presence of God
Editor’s note: The following are spiritual poems written by local resident Jim “Pops” Talerico, a member of nineteen:10 Church in Boerne. 06/28/2022 12:00 AM
People get what they deserve … really?
People get what they deserve … really?
This is a reprinted column from Jack Purcell’s “On the Journey” archives. It originally appeared in The Star in 2013. 06/24/2022 12:00 AM
Teaching sportsmanship to kids
Teaching sportsmanship to kids
Q: Our family loves playing sports so being limited the past couple of years has been tough. Our 8-year-old twins are finally starting league soccer this summer. My husband and I were both college athletes and we’re ultra-competitive, so we want to ensure that we maintain a healthy perspective. Do you have any advice? 06/21/2022 12:00 AM
‘God’s Inspiring Words’ can help us all
‘God’s Inspiring Words’ can help us all
Editor’s note: The following are spiritual poems written by local resident Jim “Pops” Talerico, a member of nineteen:10 Church in Boerne. 06/21/2022 12:00 AM
The value of storytelling
The value of storytelling
This is a reprinted column from Jack Purcell’s “On the Journey” archives. It originally appeared in The Star in 2013. 06/17/2022 12:00 AM
Honoring parents in spite of flaws
Honoring parents in spite of flaws
Q: I grew up in a very dysfunctional home. My parents hurt me in many ways. But now they’re aging and losing the ability to look after themselves. Given the past, I’m not sure how I feel about caring for them. What’s my obligation here? 06/14/2022 12:00 AM
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