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Blessings in a Crazy Week
Last week was an adventure in survival. I had a paper due for a class I had taken, my wife had back surgery, I flew out of town and back for a meeting, and preached on Sunday morning. By Sunday… Continue reading
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An Unexpected Mark of Greatness!
On Monday of this week, I had the honor of presiding at the memorial service of one of my great aunts. It was amazing to stand and look out at the members of the congregation that were made up of cousins that… Continue reading
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When Souls Collide
This week I had the amazing privilege and honor to be one of ten people in a discussion group with theologian Glaucia Vasconcelos Wilkey. I walked away from this wonderful experience feeling honored and blessed to have had the opportunity… Continue reading
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Pictures that Are Works of Art
As a pastor, I am privileged to speak with families as they face very important decisions regarding medical care and end of life issues. These are some of the most sacred times in which I am honored to share with… Continue reading
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Are Our Traditions Inclusive?
I once heard a pastor comment on how his congregation “speaks their own language.” The key to becoming accepted into this body of believers is to understand and use the language of the congregation. I started thinking about this bold… Continue reading
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