The Fight
The fight had been ridiculous. Ten minutes after the explosion I couldn’t recall what it had been about and certainly three decades ago I can’t...
ReadThe End of the Battle
If you have begun the work of engaging your stories of harm in pursuit of restoration, you likely know well that the presence of shame...
ReadThings Must End
Wading through our stories, in all of their glory and heartache, inevitably confronts us with the reality of endings. “Every ending bears some level of...
ReadHow Great Thou Art
Last week on the Allender Center Podcast, we launched a two-part series in which Dan and Becky Allender are reflecting on the nature of grief...
ReadMiraculous Love
In the midst of upheaval and opposition, it can feel like a miracle to survive, let alone accomplish any of the goals before us. Here,...
ReadI’d Rather Wear Pink
As we dive into our past experiences and engage our story with authenticity and courage, we begin to see surprising parallels and reminders of the...
ReadSaying Hello
As we continue to greet the new year, Becky Allender is reflecting on a “Hello” moment that changed her life. Becky and Dan are celebrating...
ReadThe Ache of Presence
During the holidays, as we gather with our families, observe our favorite traditions, and mark the passage of another year, we are surrounded by the...
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