LATEST WRITINGS FROM PASTOR PHILIP HOPPE

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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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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