The future is unpredictable. Often we try to avoid this unpredictability by using our time to plan for the future. We say promising statements to ourselves to ensure we have a good idea of what the next phase of life…
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“Have faith in God,” Jesus answered. “Truly I tell you, if anyone says to this mountain. ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and does not doubt in their heart but believes that what they say will happen, it will be…
Throughout the life of Jesus, it is clear to see that community was an important part of his life. When he initially began his ministry on Earth, he gathered a group of 12 disciples that served as his unique and…
The development of our character begins at a very young age. Through interactions with caregivers, siblings, or even friends, these significant relationships teach us how to treat others through finding out how we want to be treated ourselves. Through each…
Everyone wants to hear the word “yes.” When we ask someone to do us a favor, spend time with us, or ask an important question, we wait and anticipate the word “yes.” Yes means love, hope, a fresh start, a…
Words are powerful. There is a classic phrase that has been around for generations: Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words cannot hurt me. Although some may disagree, it is fair to assume that, in most instances, this…
Belief takes on a large role in the making of our lived realities. Our beliefs dictate what is important to us, what we trust in, and how we make sense of the world around us. We hold tightly to our…
Introduction For individuals over 73 years old with Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), understanding Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and their tax implications is crucial. One efficient way to manage these distributions while supporting charitable causes is through Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).…