Summer is drawing to a close here in Southern Indiana. I realize that summer doesn’t actually end until late September and the advent of the Autumn Equinox. But, for most people, summer comes to a close when the local schools reopen. At a minimum, the start of school signals the end of all of the extra events and experiences that make summer a season to look forward to. For those of us in Jackson...
The origins of the Labor Day holiday are disputed, but it is believed that the first observance of Labor Day took place on September 5, 1882 in New York City under the direction of the labor unions. The intent for the holiday was to demonstrate the great strength and recognize the many contributions of the working class. In truth, the original observance of Labor Day was less of a party and more...
A constant refrain for me is the statement, “I hate technology.” Few things create more immediate and unfettered stress than the sound of my phone ringing, pinging, tweeting, or vibrating to announce an incoming message or call. More often than not, I utilize technology, and many of the tools for communication that it provides, out of necessity rather than desire. I often wonder if the technology...
I have an incredibly hyperactive mind. It is constantly spinning and processing. I actually feel a good deal of sympathy for my computer, mixed with increasing doses of rage, when the little pinwheel pops up, indicating that my computer is trying really hard to get its act together and get things moving in a productive direction. As a general rule, I believe this to be a positive thing. I tend to...
Summer feels like a sprint to me. I know time marches on at a steady pace, but the days and hours between Memorial Day and the start of the next school year feel like they pass faster than any other period of time in a given year. In theory, summer is supposed to be the season when our time is freed up from some of the demands and obligations of daily life due to school being out of session. In a...
Jeremy Myers is the Lead Pastor of First Baptist Church of Seymour, Indiana, where he has served since 2017. He has over 20 years of ministry experience in the local church and not-for-profit work. He has a passion for helping emerging and existing generations learn to make space for each other and caring for the under-served and marginalized. In 2016, he earned his Doctor of Ministry degree from Palmer Theological Seminary, with his thesis focusing on helping youth and senior adults develop deeper relationships. He is a passionate and gifted communicator and is regularly invited to speak at retreats, camps, conferences, and other events. He lives in Seymour, Indiana with his wife Robyn, their two children, Mikayla and JJ, and their Golden Doodle, Evie.
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