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The Perryman Family
What does Christmas mean to us? The work of ministry and
activism involves having to constantly address imperfect
systems and the needs of people who are hurting. And,
because the work is never done, it is important to take time
to focus internally on our relationships in order to keep
them fresh and healthy.
Christmas, for us, is a time to make sure that we do not
neglect our own family so that we can be effective when we
go out to serve others.
My wife and I cook the
holiday meal together, which forces us to include quality
time in our relationship and allows us an outlet to relieve
some of the stress of ministry and advocacy.
You’re chopping,
seasoning, talking and listening to music. The kids and
granddaughter are telling jokes, singing, dancing and
playing musical instruments. We’re all creating something.
It doesn’t matter what we sing or talk about, as long as we
take time to focus on each other rather than just work or
church.
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From l-r Jamison Perryman-Clark, Dr. Staci Perryman-Clark,
Randall Clark, Rev. Dr. Donald Perryman, Willetta Perryman
and Dr. Tracee Perryman
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