One of the popular age-old thoughts within the human imagination is what we would change if we could go back in time. Would making different decisions help us and others today? Many people have regrets over poor decisions and wonder what they could have prevented or created if they could go back. Of course, this would only work if we had the knowledge we now possess.

Every January, the Orthodox Church reads the first seventeen verses of the Gospel according to Matthew. The text is Matthew’s genealogy of Jesus Christ, beginning with Abraham. Some years ago, the emphasis on this text within the Church’s lectionary befuddled me. How are we supposed to draw spiritual nourishment from this long list of obscure names?

Grab your sweetheart and celebrate “Groundhog Day” with a free meal of barbeque ribs and all the fixin’s when everyone “Gathers at the Table” Monday, Feb. 2 from 5:00 to 6:30 in the Saratoga Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall at the corner of Third and Bridge Streets.

When it comes to finding our place in this world, let’s consider two categories. The first one, let’s call “floating down the river.” Imagine someone napping in a small boat without a compass or a paddle and not caring about where they are going. Having a spectator mentality, they have yet to understand the importance of having an intentional direction and instead settle for just hoping for the best.

If you love the flavors of a classic bacon cheeseburger but want something warm, filling, and perfect for feeding a crowd, bacon cheeseburger casserole is the answer. This dish combines savory ground beef, crispy bacon, melted cheese, and burger seasonings and bakes it into a hearty, family-friendly meal that’s simple to prepare and endlessly customizable.