by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Oct 4, 2026 | Christian Living, Hospitality, Leadership, Ministry
Last week I wrote about how to be a great host. Now it’s time to talk about the other side of the invitation. Larry and I have hosted everything from small dinners to large gatherings of people in our home. We enjoy it, and after hundreds of gatherings, (maybe even...
by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Sep 26, 2026 | Leadership, Hospitality, Ministry
Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. People sometimes see photos on social media of gatherings at our home and...
by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Sep 18, 2026 | Books, Goals, Growth, Ministry, Motivation, Reflection, Resilience, Tenacity, Writing
This is one of my favorite places along my walks in Richmond, Virginia. Most people in my life have never walked this path with me, yet it has become one of the most sacred and significant places in my journey. I have walked here carrying questions, memories, prayers,...
by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Sep 12, 2026 | Adoptees, Friendships, Growth, Uncategorized
A truth-telling friend doesn’t merely affirm where you are. They lovingly remind you who you are and call you toward where God is leading you. They help you to grow. I am thankful to have a growing friendship with Reshma McClintock, a fellow adoptee, and a writer who...
by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Sep 1, 2026 | Abuse, Christian Living, Church, Marriage, Mental Health, Ministry, Sex, Theology, Women
Earlier this week, my husband and I watched the Netflix documentary Death of a Pastor’s Wife, which chronicles the heartbreaking circumstances surrounding the death of pastor’s wife Mica Miller and the allegations of abuse involving her pastor-husband, J.P. Miller. I...
