We have all heard the saying. We have probably used it ourselves or had it used upon us. […]
theology of the Cross
Herod the Great had built up a magnificent and powerful rule. He was authoritative and feared. He was […]
I just came back from officiating the wedding ceremony for my friend’s daughter. Now, pastors are often divided […]
True fans of college sports, not the occasional person watching a football game with a passing interest or […]
“You could have sold that perfume to help the poor!” exclaims a young pious disciple. Sounds woke. Sounds […]
Last week’s gospel reading got me thinking about prayer. For those of you who do not enjoy the […]
One of the things which have increased greatly over this past year is the quantity and even seriousness […]
The featured character of the season of Advent, the main guy we always end up spending time discussing […]
Turkey on the table, smiles on the faces. Family together and music in the background. And here, now we gather to give thanks. But what is it, then, that we give thanks for? Turkey on the table, smiles on the faces, family together and music in the background. Peace and comfort. Food and drink. Family and neighbors. A slice of annual happiness that we try to conjure up with some sights, sounds, and smells.
CS Lewis, correcting the idea that desires are inherently sinful, once said that the problem with our desires […]