Author Archives: Tom Bolton

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About Tom Bolton

I'm a Husband and Dad, a former Enterprise Systems Manager at the City of Milwaukee, and a Disciple and Lay Servant at First United Methodist of West Allis. As I study the Bible, sometimes I feel moved to work through my understanding by writing poetry. I also am continuing to learn in my dialysis experience and pursuit of a kidney transplant. Sometimes I just feel like writing about something that grabs my attention too.

Jubilation

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Tom Bolton

This was another stanza from my meditation on Psalm 119.  I wrote this in early 2012. I. In Judgement, Knowing Jubilation! I know how you treat me! As you promised, you treat me just so. Judgement and knowledge are in … Continue reading →

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Essay 4: Farmers: The Key to Ending Global Hunger

Posted on August 11, 2013 by Tom Bolton

The fourth essay in the Bread for the World series, called Development Works, is all about farmers solving problems. I think would please, but not much surprise, my ancestors and Karen’s ancestors. Here are the key points, but please do … Continue reading →

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Mr.Roger’s Place

Posted on August 10, 2013 by Tom Bolton

This morning, the Second Saturday Servants group from West Allis First UMC (and friends from other churches and communities) will make lunches for our homeless friends, and go to work at the Milwaukee Rescue Mission. I am praying as I … Continue reading →

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A Stanza on Psalm 119

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Tom Bolton

H. Hope Rises, Hope is High Hope. I have hope. Hope is my inheritance. I hold tightly to your words and look into them; it is my promise. Heart-deep, heart-filled, I hear your blessing–my hope. Hope. Hearing my life over … Continue reading →

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LOVE

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Joyful Love I do love leftovers, this I confess, But let my love shared not be leftovers, Except when they are new— The leftovers I love when seen fresh each time. Make my love for God New and fresh each … Continue reading →

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Bread for the World’s Leadership and Teamwork Essay

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Leadership and Teamwork Essay: The US Role in Development The third essay in the series, Development Works, is about US leadership in the area of global development. The US has long been a super power, and this essay explores how … Continue reading →

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Hunger and Poverty Among Latino Immigrant Children

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Hunger and Poverty Among Latino Immigrant Children Bread for the World created a wonderful series of reports in 2012 under the umbrella name Development Works.  I posted a link to the first paper last week.  The third paper, which is … Continue reading →

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