Ten years ago today, I married a pretty girl named Ciocchetti before God and friends. On this happy occasion of our anniversary, I sought to … Ten Years. A Poem.Read more
Author: Philip Hoppe
LCMS Pastor.
Posted inMarriage and Family / Sexuality / Theology and Practice
The other shoe may soon drop
If you think the Pill changed our world, wait until this one gets fully approved. One treatment, ten years of infertility. How many 20 year … The other shoe may soon dropRead more
Posted inPolitics / Sexuality
Another Weiner Politician: Romney
Excerpt from this article: The former Massachusetts governor who is running for president was pressed about the polarizing issue this week but all Romney replied … Another Weiner Politician: RomneyRead more
Posted inPolitics
Weiner Politicians
Okay. That title is the the most reserved of all of the word plays on a man’s unfortunate name I have thought of over the … Weiner PoliticiansRead more
Posted inBlogging / Creationism and Science / Politics / Theology and Practice
Facebook as Areopagus
Last Sunday we read: Acts 17:17-22 So he reasoned in the synagogue with the Jews and the devout persons, and in the marketplace every day … Facebook as AreopagusRead more
Posted inTheology and Practice
Suffer all, even death?
Each American solider says this when enlisted: I, (NAME), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United … Suffer all, even death?Read more
Posted inMeditations / Theology and Practice
The Holy Use of Freedom
I like freedom. I went out and stood in our cemetery and remembered those who secured it by their blood, sweat, and tears. I rejoice … The Holy Use of FreedomRead more
Posted inMarriage and Family / Theology and Practice
A fifth of households are traditional families
This article from the New York Times says the following in speaking of the last census numbers, “What is more, just a fifth of households … A fifth of households are traditional familiesRead more
Posted inTheology and Practice
Mercy work in Christ’s name.
I could not agree more with the Cardinal in the article below. That is why donating to LCMS World Relief and Human Care is good. … Mercy work in Christ’s name.Read more
Posted inNews Clippings / Theology and Practice
Harold Camping’s Teaching (updated today)
In case you wonder what this false prophet really teaches now, here it is: In 1988, God brought judgment on all churches. No one could … Harold Camping’s Teaching (updated today)Read more