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ON SPIRITUALITY AND FAITH

My prayer for the world...until everyone hears.

Broken

By skarafanda | Jan 10, 2026

I’m broken.And yet to hold onto the brokenness.I play with it like a toy.It is uniquely mine.I show it to others like a badge of distinction.I don’t welcome empathy, but I seek it.I blame my brokenness. And I relish when others agree with my naming the blame. I play with it like a toy.It is uniquely mine.I show it to others like a badge of distinction.I don’t welcome empathy, but I seek…

New Year, New Mischief: A Guide to Holy Rascality

By skarafanda | Jan 1, 2026

Let’s be honest for a second.# New Year, New Mischief: A Guide to Holy Rascality Let’s be honest for a second. How many of your past New Year’s resolutions have fizzled out by February? The promise to hit the gym, eat better, or finally organize the garage often fades under the weight of everyday life. We start with great intentions but quickly fall back into our comfortable, predictable routines. I’m here to…

A Fist Bump and a Dose of Perspective

By skarafanda | Dec 28, 2025

I found myself holding onto some words from a wise person I met over the weekend. It happened while I was serving soup. One of the men I served gave me a fist bump and shared something that hit me right where I needed it. He told me, “You know you’re a Christian because you stop looking at your sins and start looking at God.” He explained that God took care of…

Making Room for Jesus: Finding Peace in the Holiday Chaos

By skarafanda | Dec 27, 2025

The holiday season hits differently in 2025. Between the digital notifications pinging every three seconds and the pressure to curate the perfect “aesthetic” Christmas for the grid, our lives feel more crowded than ever. We are busy. We are full. And honestly? We are tired. But this feeling of being overstuffed isn’t new. It’s actually the perfect backdrop for understanding the real heart of the season. Let’s talk about clearing the clutter—both…

Make #HolyMischief Your Favorite!

By skarafanda | Dec 17, 2025

Twas the season of Christmas, and all through the town,Holy Mischief was stirring, not a soul could frown.The stockings were hung, the lights shining bright,But something was missing to make hearts feel light. So we issue a challenge, a mischievous dare,To spread love and kindness, to show that you care.Buy coffee for strangers, or rake someone’s yard,Bring cookies to neighbors—it isn’t that hard! Write a kind letter, or give someone a call,Small…

Make #HolyMischief Your Favorite!

By skarafanda | Dec 14, 2025

The season is here, full of joy and delight,But let’s not forget the true Christmas light.It’s not in the presents or ribbons and bows,It’s in love that we share, wherever it goes. So here’s your challenge, a mischievous task:Spread kindness and joy—that is your task!Pay for a stranger’s coffee or meal,Leave a kind note to show how you feel. Sing carols to neighbors, or lend them a hand,Be the love of Christ…

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