I’ve done a fair amount of writing in my life, sometimes presented in a public way through websites, blogs, sometimes handed out at training events, even the occasional message in a magazine or two. But the vast majority of my writing is done in a personal and private manner, usually with pencil and paper in some sort of journal. But today, again, it’s time for me to write publicly.
I’m not sure how many people will actually read this since I haven’t labored through a blog for a few years now. But if anyone has subscribed to my posts in the past (as I have apparently done since I got an email yesterday notifying me that I was active again) hopefully you’ve been notified and I’ll have some sort of audience! Anyway, I actually enjoy writing these messages, because they help me think and organize my thoughts. It’s not always an easy process, but for me it is productive. A couple days ago I was reading a morning Lenten devotion that contained the above artwork. I added it here because it reflects how I often feel when I write.
I have been working full time with Public Safety Ministries (PSM) for more than 11 years now. It has been a wonderful and fulfilling experience. And if the welcoming receptions and the quantity of requests for our services are an indication of ministry value, the response from the Police, Fire and EMS communities has been extremely positive. At some point I’ll be writing and posting a more detailed version of the “PSM Story” in the future. But for now I want you to know, the ministry is strong, the ministry is good, and I am so appreciative for all of the support and encouragement we receive from so many resources! I am so thankful for the blessings, we as a ministry, and I personally have received!
My goal today was to re-open lines of communication in this on-line setting, and evaluate the electronic platform (and my personal skills) we use to publish these messages. Having done that, I think I’ll close now and start planning how we’ll move forward to continue this effort of developing our public communications. I have many stories I want to share that I believe will be of value as we continue to pursue our mission of promoting and providing spiritual care resources to our Police, Fire and EMS personnel.
Although it’s still morning, I want to close with a picture of a sunset I took a couple days ago out my dining room window, the place where I do much of my writing. God is Good, Life is oGod, take time to pause and appreciate the Goodness!
Take Care, Pr. Dan
