Giving Myself as Alms
Colleen Arnold, MD
March 17, 2025
When we think of giving alms for Lent, we generally think of giving money. But giving of ourselves can be another way to share.
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Colleen Arnold, MD
Colleen Arnold, MD, a physician and writer residing in Lexington, Virginia, also holds a master's degree in pastoral ministry. Her website is ColleenArnold.org.
Listening with an Open Heart
Colleen Arnold, MD
March 14, 2025
Differences of opinion can bring out the worst in us. We want to prove our point of view, and we get frustrated when we feel unheard or misunderstood.
Take Nothing For the Journey
Colleen Arnold, MD
March 3, 2025
On a medical mission to Haiti, we climbed a long, steep trail to a mountain town for a three-day clinic.
Quiet My Thunder, Lord
Colleen Arnold, MD
February 19, 2025
Much like the rumbling thunder in the background on a hot summer afternoon, my temper sometimes rumbles under the surface instead of exploding
Running the Race
Colleen Arnold, MD
February 7, 2025
On my walk today, I saw a young woman training for a marathon. Her husband rode his bike beside her, gently encouraging her with his words as they went. He reminded me that Jesus always walks alongside us, encouraging, strengthening, and cheering us on our paths.
Life Is Change. God Is Constant.
Colleen Arnold, MD
February 6, 2025
Sometimes we get so caught up in the doing that we forget about the being, and we forget about the One who brought us into being.
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