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Blogging Again, For The First Time
Peace and greetings, my fellow dancers! It has been FOREVER since I have posted (clearly), and for that I do apologize. I had high hopes of blogging on a more regular basis this last year, and then...
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Ring Them Bells!
In honor of my love of the Muppets, and in celebration of the Christmas and Holiday Season...
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The Lenten Journey Begins...
For several years now, I have opted out of the whole "give something up for Lent" thing. Instead, I have chosen to dare to "take something on for Lent". This year, I am challenging myself to take on 2...
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Ashes
Yesterday was Ash Wednesday - the first of the 40 days of Lent. And, like many of my fellow Christians, I attended a special service of worship which included the imposition of ashes. I have...
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We Interrupt This Blog for a Mini-Rant...
I'm just wondering... When did it become okay to lay on your car horn while waiting for the car in front of you to make a turn into traffic?In order to get to Zumba, I need to make a right-hand turn...
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I'm Not Keen On Shaving My Head, So...
Ok...so, I'm looking for ideas. Have you ever participated in a fundraiser or some sort of challenge for a club or group where the leaders name their goal and say that "if you reach this goal, then Bob...
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Holy Week According to Facebook
I admit that I am a Facebook junkie. So, when I saw this posted on one of my friend's pages, I had to share it. Basically, it is meant to look like Jesus' Facebook page during Holy Week. Enjoy!Check It...
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Time for a Facelift (for the blog, that is)
I'm trying out a new look for the blog... What do you think?
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Taking It All to Heart...
Sometimes I wonder why I bother to read the news or check out online opinion articles from certain affinity groups that associate themselves with the PCUSA. In my attempts to stay informed about what...
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God, the Finder (a sermon)
The following was preached at the First Presbyterian Church of Washingtonville, NY on Sunday, September 12, 2010. The primary scripture lesson was Luke 15:1-10.When we meet up with Jesus in our Gospel...
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Advent Re-Post
Advent is here! And followers of my blog may already be aware of the fact that I have a fun habit of having all kinds of crazy things happen to me during the Advent season. I am, apparently, a kind of...
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They Will Know...
One of my favorite hymns is “They Will Know We Are Christians By Our Love”. In it, we sing of how we will walk with each other, and we will work with each other. Most importantly, perhaps, is its...
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A Lenten Fast Suggestion
The season of Lent officially began on March 9th (Ash Wednesday), and it will continue for forty days until Easter Sunday. Beginning in the days of the early church, the season of Lent has developed...
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A Response to One Who is Thankful for the Tragedy in Japan
I was wondering when we'd start seeing things like this. And, by "things", I mean "crap". I guess I was hoping and praying that the wackos would keep quiet about the horrific tragedies in Japan. Sadly,...
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Who Does This? Really?
So...it seems that the gal in the video that I posted yesterday - the one thanking God for answering prayers to convert atheists by causing the earthquake in Japan - was making up the whole thing. Now,...
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If There Is A Hell...
The violent behavior of Fred Phelps that has recently been revealed by his estranged seventh-son, Nate, comes as no surprise. Any person whose entire "ministry" revolves around hate is bound to exhibit...
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The Cartoon Song: A Reflection
In the late '90s, Christian radio stations were abuzz with the hidden track on the album Past the Edges by Chris Rice: Cartoons.Without question, it is a catchy, fun little song. It presents us with a...
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Knowing the Mind of God
As I was writing last week, I was reminded of an experience I had while I was searching for a new call. When I was being considered for a position at a particular church, I had the opportunity to...
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Our Heyday Is Yet To Come
One of the scripture lessons that is often read on Easter Sunday – part of the “Easter Vigil” liturgy – is a lengthy passage from Exodus (Exodus 14:10-31; 15:20-21). In this scripture, we read about...
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When Does Love Win?
I just finished watching President Obama tell the nation about the death of Osama bin Laden. I must admit that I have mixed emotions about this "achievement". On the one hand, I feel some relief...
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On The Threshold Of Equality
In 2008, I served as a commissioner to the 218th General Assembly of the PC(USA). I worked with the Church Orders and Ministry Committee, which was the committee that considered amendments regarding...
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A New Day For The PCUSA
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) had (finally) approved changes in ordination standards! We are another step closer to genuine equality in the church! Praise God!!!Maybe now we will begin to truly...
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