These past weeks of Pleasure Reading And Blog Entries have truly flown by! In review of the PRABE experience, I have thoroughly enjoyed it! Aside from already enjoying the 'art' of blogging, I appreciated the fact that I had to literally make quiet time for myself to actually sit down and enjoy a good book. It has been wonderful.
Please do not take this as a supercilious comment, but I have heard many times, mostly from people at church who hear me read during Sunday School or services, that I am a great reader. However, I have never truly liked reading. I can think of a million other things to occupy my time before considering to settle down with a book.
I must admit -- I was not happy when I learned I would HAVE to read for 90 minutes each week. I must also admit -- last week, when I had a half-hour of spare time, the first thing that came to mind was, "Hmmm...I wonder if there are any good books on the shelf downstairs?" :) Reading as an assignment has certainly heightened my interest and forced me to "try it." Now, my problem is that I'm probably sitting on the couch reading when I should be doing laundry or dishes. :)
My plan is to maintain this blog and continue journaling my reading moments. This has been a great outlet for me, and I am excited to keep growing as a reader -- even if I AM going on 30!
~Sarah
Friday, March 16, 2012
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Week 10, PRABE #9
"She Can't Even Play the Piano!" is a compilation of personal experiences that have been put together by Joyce Williams. As a Pastor's wife, Joyce knows all too well the invisible expectations that can burden the spouse of a minister. I have been privileged to know Joyce through her time spent at the largest Nazarene church in Kansas as her husband served as the Senior Pastor there. I have also been blessed to attend several conventions with Joyce Williams as the guest speaker.
My husband is completing his degree in ministry, and some day I will be "the pastor's wife." I have served on a church board for over ten years, and after interviewing many times for pastoral positions, I can't even imagine how difficult it must be to balance the demands that are placed on a pastor's wife with all of the hats she wears at home, at work, and at church. One thing that I really like about this book is the fact that all of the stories are real. These are real ladies who have overcome real obstacles, and they all have real faith. Even though some may not have the stereotypical ability to play the piano, they all have a true ability to serve in other ways. I can definitely foresee myself using this book as a resource in my future!
And, luckily, I am a pianist. :)
Until next week,
Sarah
My husband is completing his degree in ministry, and some day I will be "the pastor's wife." I have served on a church board for over ten years, and after interviewing many times for pastoral positions, I can't even imagine how difficult it must be to balance the demands that are placed on a pastor's wife with all of the hats she wears at home, at work, and at church. One thing that I really like about this book is the fact that all of the stories are real. These are real ladies who have overcome real obstacles, and they all have real faith. Even though some may not have the stereotypical ability to play the piano, they all have a true ability to serve in other ways. I can definitely foresee myself using this book as a resource in my future!
And, luckily, I am a pianist. :)
Until next week,
Sarah
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