by Rev Michael Lavery | Feb 10, 2024 | Historical Insights: Life of a Roman Soldier
Photo by Oană Andrei Imagine the sun beating down on your helmet, the weight of your shield pressing against your arm, and the rhythmic crunch of sand beneath your sandals. This is the daily reality of a Roman soldier, a man sworn to defend the vast expanse of the...
by Rev Michael Lavery | Feb 3, 2024 | Historical Perspectives: Christianity in the Roman Empire
Photo by Ilona Frey on Unsplash Imagine a bustling marketplace in ancient Rome. Merchants hawk their wares, toga-clad citizens rush about, and the aroma of freshly baked bread fills the air. But amidst the familiar chaos, whispers of a different belief ripple through...
by Rev Michael Lavery | Jan 27, 2024 | Discovering Divine Guidance, Spirituality and Faith
Photo by RDNE Stock project Have you ever felt lost, adrift in a vast ocean of confusion? Maybe life’s storms have tossed you about, leaving you clinging to hope, unsure of where the next wave will crash. Perhaps you’ve whispered a silent question in this...
by Rev Michael Lavery | Jan 19, 2024 | Faith Journeys and Reflections, Finding God's Truth in Everyday Life, Uncategorized
Photo by JJ Jordan Venturing into historical fiction is akin to unlocking a time capsule, allowing readers to step into the shoes of those who lived in bygone eras. Creating a compelling historical fiction narrative demands a delicate interplay between factual...
