I met Dr. Jo Anne Lyon a few springs ago at Houghton College’s commencement. Now in her eighties, she exudes both an idealist’s enthusiasm and a seasoned leader’s grit. It’s an exceedingly rare combination. Her infectious joy and winsome invitation to the next generation of servant leaders inspired me to learn more—and the more...
The Power of Names
On Christmas morning, I know that my kids will race down the stairs in a flurry of joy and anticipation to find the gifts under the tree marked with their name. Some have said that your name is the most important word in the world to you. And as my kids actively search for...
My Disturbing Family History
If you’ve ever researched your family history, you know that you are in for some surprises. A few years ago, my family discovered the patent showing that my great, great grandfather invented the adjustable seat in the automobile when he worked at Chrysler. So, if you’ve ever adjusted your seat in your car, on...