In 1976, when I learned sign language, it seems that deaf ministry was popular for churches. In Florida there were several deaf ministries who got together for special annual Deaf…
Jon BarrDecember 19, 2020
A Sign Language Interpreter is a Super Hero, who…. Can listen, think and sign at the same time.Can remember everything that was said or done for the last hour or…
Jon BarrOctober 20, 2020
Dear SWM Friends, "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are…
Jon BarrSeptember 1, 2020
Many hearing people become confused when learning ASL, as it is a visual, non-voiced language. Recently I did an experiment, teaching ASL grammar by having hearing people voice a Deaf…
Jon BarrAugust 5, 2020
People need togetherness. One week after Georgia was told to shelter in place because of the Coronavirus, a tornado hit Trenton. Suddenly cleaning up the disaster became the priority –…
Jon BarrJune 11, 2020
Recently, while using my phone to create videos for our online ministry, I noticed several areas for improvement. A phone is a great tool for interpreters!Set your phone to record…
Jon BarrJune 11, 2020
Dear SWM Friends, COVID-19 • Shelter in Place • Daily News Briefings • Face Masks • Safety • Opening • Truth Have you become tired of these words? Early in…
Jon BarrJune 4, 2020
At the time of this article, COVID-19 is growing. Many people have been forced to start social distancing. Even though people can communicate through texting, emails, and phones, people feel…
Jon BarrApril 8, 2020