I am a big Seattle Seahawks fan, and of course, of QB Russell Wilson. Russell has orchestrated several successful 4th Quarter drives that ended in a victory for the Hawks. Win or lose they are fun to watch. He also brings a positive outlook on life whether winning or losing, Read more…
As I begin year 12 serving homeless men in the Bellevue, WA area, I continue to be amazed at the lessons I have learned. Most men are in a shelter or in homeless situation because of some poor decisions, relationships gone off the rails, or a financial setback. But learning to live Read more…
This post is an update on the previous post about Steve Roberts. Even though retired as Ex. Director for Congregations for the Homeless in Bellevue, WA, he continues to serve the men in the E. Puget Sound area. Steve’s work on a major project related to the homeless community will Read more…
Recently, I traveled to Washington, DC with my son, Greg, to visit sites that would remind of us of this country’s greatness and past. Our path took us to Gettysburg, to the Capitol area where we were moved by the Lincoln Memorial, the Ford theatre where Lincoln was shot, and the WWII, Korean and Vietnam Memorials. Read more…
Peter Kline is 62. He loves his family, God, work and running with meaning. In fact, this November 15-16 Peter will undertake an ultra run of 100 miles in Las Vegas. 100 miles is one thing, pushing his favorite developmentally disabled friends he calls, “Captains,” for the distance takes ultra Read more…
Living Perspectives – September 2014 Here is a recent recap of activities for our organization during the first two weeks of September as the fall begins, and needs become more apparent after a summer of sun. Homeless Men (Congregations for the Homeless) One of our CFH men had a serious Read more…
As President of Living Perspectives (LP), I am privileged to offer services to Congregations for the Homeless (CFH) serving homeless men in the subculture world of the wealthy Bellevue, WA community. CFH operates an all year shelter for men (40 per night), housing (65 men), and a day center (40-50 Read more…
Fifteen homeless men from 2 different Congregations for the Homeless shelters gathered at a Lutheran Church in Bellevue on Ash Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. I was privileged to lead these men in a study of Lent and its meaning to us as individuals. I spoke of spring training in Read more…
As a Seattleite and part of 12th Man Mania, my wife and family were “all in” pulling for the Super Bowl Seahawks. People at church today were wearing the numbers of their favorite players not to mention store managers, baristas, waiters and waitresses and even little kids. Who do the Read more…
You got to love college sports fans and their passion. Have you ever been part of the home team chant, “We’ve got spirit…how about you?” and then fans point fingers at the opponent’s grandstand ….. and then it comes right back at you from their side. The challenges escalate with each round Read more…