“Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) is a large and growing movement that considers local assets as the primary building blocks of sustainable community development. Building on the skills of local residents, the power of local associations, and the supportive functions of local...

While many of you studied the story of David and Goliath (1 Samuel 17) in Sunday school, I did not really appreciate this story until I was in my early thirties and watched the Veggie Tales version called “Dave and the Giant Pickle.” So here is a quick refresher: Israel was at war...

When I set out in my kayak on the James River this morning, I was seeking solitude and silence.       My only companion was this very large dragonfly who hitched a ride.           The uniqueness of other creatures I met along the way, reminded me of...