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Reflections by Michael J. Scholtes, Author / Pastor / Speaker
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● Featured Article
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For about two or three hours last Friday evening, I was in constant, desperate prayer. I was overwhelmed with anxiety, to the point of tears. My repeated prayer was this: “Please God, please, don’t make me bishop.” I’ll tell you how I got there, and how God answered that prayer.…
● Latest Articles
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The Transformation of Anxiety
I had an excellent session with my counselor a few days ago. While in the waiting room, I thought about the productive two weeks I’d…
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Labyrinth #94: Private Property, Weatherly, PA
For at least twenty years, I have enjoyed walking labyrinths. Labyrinths are maze-like structures that have been used as spiritual tools for centuries. For the…
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Labyrinth #93: Spiritualist Fellowship of PA, Hunlock Creek
For at least twenty years, I have enjoyed walking labyrinths. Labyrinths are maze-like structures that have been used as spiritual tools for centuries. For the…
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Nixing Route Six
I’m now at the tail end of a two-week vacation from my job. It’s been mostly a stay-cation, with a few day trips to find…
● 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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