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Planking?
I will be on Issues Etc. today at 3pm discussing the trend of planking among youth and a possible better idea. Listen in live or … Planking?Read more
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Hymn Text for Annunciation: “It is so.”
Sung to the tune “The Solid Rock†Elizabeth, barren and old No boy or girl for her to told Till Gabriel a message brings Answer … Hymn Text for Annunciation: “It is so.”Read more
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Advent Meditations: The Back Story of Mary
Mary. What is going through her mind as she takes her place near the manger? Certainly, the recent visitation of the angel has given her … Advent Meditations: The Back Story of MaryRead more
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Living in a False Narrative
Many find it cute when young children in December begin to set their hopes all upon the cultural narrative of Santa Claus. They make a … Living in a False NarrativeRead more
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Baptism of Maria Eve Hoppe
Picture Video Baptism Hymn Text Faith Creator, claim this child Call her Your own reconciled Graft her into the True Vine Wash her with your … Baptism of Maria Eve HoppeRead more
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Advent Meditations: The Backstory of Joseph
When a good author writes a story, they know their characters well. Even though they may not reveal the details, in their mind they know … Advent Meditations: The Backstory of JosephRead more
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Freedom of Rude Speech–Kansas Style
So recently a girl here in Kansas tweeted the following while visiting the governor: “Just made mean comments at gov. brownback and told him he … Freedom of Rude Speech–Kansas StyleRead more
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Advent and the Lectionary
I really struggle to rejoice in how the lectionary is arranged for Advent. Perhaps some of you understand what I mean. Historically this season was … Advent and the LectionaryRead more
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An Act of Spiritual Mercy: Closed Communion
The Gospel for this Sunday is the the account of the Son of Man separating the sheep and the goats on the last day. The … An Act of Spiritual Mercy: Closed CommunionRead more