Blogging about Faith, Labyrinths, Mental Illness, and More
Reflections by Michael J. Scholtes, Author / Pastor / Speaker
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Previously on… During my first semester of college, I went through a deep depression. I was in a great deal of emotional pain and guilt, blaming myself and hating myself so much, that it seemed like the only way out was suicide. I was scared to keep on living. But…
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Waiting in the Darkness
This is an adapted version of the sermon I preached yesterday, the First Sunday of Advent. The gospel reading was Luke 21:25-36. I must confess:…
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My Movember Confession
I grew the moustache. I blogged a few times. I told anyone who asked about the #Movember movement. I told people the importance of men’s…
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Speed Enforced by Aircraft
Ever notice those signs on the road that say, “Speed Enforced by Aircraft”? The Pinewood Men have. Check it out. https://player.vimeo.com/video/300630031 Enforcement from Pete…
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Cheating in Movember
So the picture above is of me today, November 21. Look how luxuriant and thick that moustache is. Not bad for three weeks of growth,…
● About Me
I’m Michael, the author of this blog. I search for meaning through walking labyrinths, through exploring my Christian faith and my experience of depression, through preaching, and through writing about it for you.
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