Reaching Out in Times of Loss
A friend of mine experienced the death of a young family member recently. And though I knew there was nothing I...
Reaching Out in Times of Loss
Karen Mulder
Karen Mulder is the founder of the Wisdom of the Wounded ministry. She lives in Holland, Michigan with her husband Larry.
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A 30-Year-Old Note
A 30-Year-Old Note
When Ginger and I collected wisdom stories for our first book, The Compassionate Congregation, we asked individuals...
Back-to-School Resources
Back-to-School Resources
“Almost time for school to start!” is a phrase that raises many possible emotions in parents and children. For...
Multiple Choice Caregiving
Multiple Choice Caregiving
My neighbor Debbie was ill, and I wanted to care for her, but I didn’t know what to do. It would be so...
Caring Acts – Today, and Every Day
Caring Acts – Today, and Every Day
Did you know that June 7 is World Caring Day? World Caring Day seeks to highlight and celebrate the...
Who Kicked the Cat?
Who Kicked the Cat?
She was sullen, crabby, and seemed to be carrying a 50-pound bag of something on her back. I encountered this...
I Waited Too Long – A God Nudge Story
I Waited Too Long – A God Nudge Story
I was too late! Every spring, Larry and I enjoy walking the trails at Aman Park near Grand Rapids. The...
A Meaningful Sympathy Card
A Meaningful Sympathy Card
Receiving a note or card is like being hugged. Elsie, whose son Larry died by suicide, said, “I especially valued...
