Karen Farris

Karen Farris

Op-ed contributor

Karen Farris saw the need to help underserved kids while serving in a youth ministry that gave her the opportunity to visit rural schools on the Olympic Peninsula. She now volunteers her time grant writing to bring resources to kids in need. She also shares stories of faith in action for those needing a dose of hope on her weekly blog, Friday Tidings.www.fridaytidings.com

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  • Remember to Love

    Remember to Love

    In a culture that seems to celebrate conflict, let's not forget our greatest commandment...that we love God and one another. When we get to the end of our life, the love we've given away will matter far more than anything else.

  • Be Satisfied

    Be Satisfied

    It took longer than it should have, but I\'ve learned that satisfaction comes from enjoying what you have.

  • Age of Contempt

    Age of Contempt

    Does America have an anger problem or one of contempt for one another? I would soon find out the answer when a teen that shouldn\'t have lit a cigarette, was verbally attacked by an older man.

  • National Recovery Month: Hugs Not Drugs

    National Recovery Month: Hugs Not Drugs

    Everyone knows someone who is dealing with the fallout of addiction. The month of September is about recovery. Let's offer support.

  • The High School Back-to-School Challenge

    The High School Back-to-School Challenge

    As students return to classes, let's realize this: our future doesn't rest only on the actions in the White House, but more on the actions of the generation sitting in the school house. Christians can be the influence that is needed. One student at a time.

  • Watch My Time

    Watch My Time

    Benjamin Franklin once said, "You may delay, but time will not." So, when my watch battery stopped, I was reminded that time still continued. Let me make time for what's important.

  • Cognitive Memory Disorder

    Cognitive Memory Disorder

    After a lifetime of helping others enjoy life, she's losing the ability to enjoy hers.

  • Gone Too Soon

    Gone Too Soon

    I was a new driver with Grandpa in the passenger seat. I signaled to pass a slow car. He sternly cautioned that I was now potentially endangering everyone on the road. As a cop, he'd seen far too many car accidents.

  • Do Not Disturb

    Do Not Disturb

    It's easy to ignore the random people we see. But what do we miss? It could be a chance to learn something, help someone, or just extend kindness to a stranger.

  • Bygone Days of Polite Conversation, Niceties

    Bygone Days of Polite Conversation, Niceties

    In a time of fast-paced mean tweets and angry posts, it would be nice to recall the niceties of a bygone era. We could use more people like Alice who demanded ample decorum and no vulgarities in order to keep their seat at her table.

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