Welcome back, friend.
Has my calendar gone rogue or could it actually be May already?
The faithfulness of time—such a graceful mystery.
Celebration or sorrow, melancholy or hopeful, empty or filled—the shadows of time are there—watching as a day becomes a week becomes a month becomes a year—all in elegant rhythm.
What an honor to be known full-well by the Keeper of time. 
Y’all, another month means another #ChasingCommunity drawing — and
Yippee for yay!!
I’m finally able to show you what we’ve been working so hard on behind-the-scenes!
Aren’t they adorable?!
Each monthly drawing winner will have a choice of this 20 oz. acrylic, insulated Chasing Community mug, or this teal, 80 page Chasing Community writing journal!! Yay! I hope you love them as much as I do. (And, stay tuned for other options in the future.)
Just my small way of saying thank you. Thank you for sharing your ministry of words at this table. Thank you for embracing community. Thank you for trusting your hearts in this space.
Whether you’re a writer-friend or a reader-friend, I continue to pray for each of you and the lives touched by the Spirit through you.
May the Lord’s favor be upon you and the work of your hands. You inspire me. Thank you.
Congratulations to this month’s winner — Liz G.! May the Lord richly bless your ministry as you team with Him to grow the Kingdom. ♥
And, guess what? There’s a brand new #ChasingCommunity Linkup button so everything can be all matchy-matchy! Woohoo!
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It’s a pony-tail and sandals environment around here. No fancy rules, just a couple details:
- Please remember to visit and comment on the post linked before yours–and others as you’re able.
- Please grab the #ChasingCommunity button, or link back here underneath your post. (So others can find us and join the fun too!)
Thank you for bringing your dish to the table–May your ministry of words find community here.
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Hi Brenda~love all the goodies you just revealed. What fun and congratulations. When ever I read your words I feel like I am sitting with you on your front porch and us chatting about our day. Thank you for that.
P.S. Your kitty is so cute.
Brenda,
Love all the new Chasing Community merchandise!! I agree with Michele. Your place is one where you just want to flip off you flip flops, sit a spell, and sip some sweet tea! Love what you’re doing here and always fun to pop in and share….
Blessings sweet friend,
Bev xx
Bev @ Walking Well With God recently posted…For Those Of Us Who Are “Fixers”
Say what!?!?! I never win anything! You’re such a gracious host! I do wish we could all sit down for a pot luck in real life! What fun that would be! Thanks for being amazingly encouraging!
Liz recently posted…Word Nerd Wednesday – Ark of The Covenant
Can I come to that potluck too?!
Congrats Liz! 🙂
Becky Hastings recently posted…Why I Don’t Want a Mountaintop Faith
Yes, they are adorable! Brilliant idea! 🙂
KellyRBaker recently posted…Live Empowered: the Holy Spirit Moves through Us
Brenda, good job on your creations! It’s always fun to link up here with you and so many other great writers. Blessings to you, friend!
Sarah Geringer recently posted…Meeting God in the Garden: Planting
These look great! Well done, and thanks for alk you do in hosting the linkup.
Lesley recently posted…April Reflections
Love how this community is evolving and all the new and exciting changes! Happy to always link and connect with you Brenda!
Brenda, you are awesome, these are great, what a surprise. Love your link up and your sweet spirit. Awesome to be part of a circle of writing/reading friends.
Paris Renae recently posted…The Right Time…
Brenda, I love it! Your new logo is sooooo cute and the cups and journals, too! Thank you for the link up each week. You are such a lovely host! I’ll pick up your new button right now to replace the old one on my link up page. : )
Leslie recently posted…Wildflowers in the Garden – Guest Interview
OhMyGoodness, all those things look SO cute! I hope your first week of May has been a great one!
Lisa/Syncopated Mama recently posted…Once Upon a Time Storybook Bible, illustrated by Omar Aranda
Aren’t those cute?! And you’re so generous, Brenda. Thank you. It’s a joy to walk alongside you in the writing/ministry world.
Kristi Woods recently posted…#YourStory: Horace Williams Jr.
Brenda,
The products look great! The new button is cute. I’ll get that up soon.
Praying the sweetness of God’s presence envelops you this week and inspires great writing out of that intimacy.
~Sherry Stahl
xoxo
Sherry Stahl recently posted…Could God Be Making Your Life Difficult?
Love the new logo and fun products! Thank you for hosting the link-up and encouraging community. ?
Laura Rath recently posted…Don’t Let Fear and Self-doubt Kill Your Dreams
Congratulations, Liz! And, once again, Brenda, you are wow-ing me with all your ingenuity!
Michele Morin recently posted…Loneliness: An Opportunity and a Sign of Hope
I love the color and design! They look great!
Brenda, the new items are so pretty! I have so enjoyed being here each week. The encouragement that is shared by you and others is so appreciated. I am grateful for the community you are building! Blessings!
Joanne Viola recently posted…Is It Good or Best?
Hi! Brenda, You are so sweet! Today, I want to know that I have really loved getting to know you better through #ChasingCommunity, and I am praying that God will bless abundantly bless your ministry!
What a fun idea to give away mugs and journals with your new logo! Hugs & Blessings, Misty
Misty recently posted…Hope for the Future
How exciting! The cup and journal are beautiful. Can’t wait to see what else is in store!
Becky Hastings recently posted…Why I Don’t Want a Mountaintop Faith
I love your gifts, Brenda! Turquoise is my new favorite color! Decided that this week. May the Lord bless you, your family, and ministry, friend. I didn’t link up today (I’m so busy this lately that I’ve cut back a bit) but I still wanted to come by and read what you had to say. 🙂
Betsy de Cruz recently posted…Why 53 is Beautiful: What I’ve Learned This Year
I love the new Chasing Community items. They are super adorable!
Thanks for hosting Brenda! Have a good weekend!
Julie recently posted…Why I Need to Trust God When I Suffer
So happy y’all like them. 🙂 Thank you each for your sweet encouragement. You bless my heart. <3 ((xoxo))
I love your new creations! I’m always amazed at all the creativity you and others display! Thanks for hosting! Have a great week!
Donna Reidland recently posted…“Paranoia!” May 8
OMG, Brenda. These are awesome and thoughtful gifts. Would love to have them. Love the color and design.
You are an amazing woman.
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