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Theological Reflection vs. Theological Defection

For those who have had the experience of leaving their office and daily routine behind for any length of time, it is easy to imagine the avalanche that falls upon one’s desk as they return.  This week has been one … Continue reading

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Three Questions…Three Answers

I read with great pause and concern an article written by former ELCA Presiding Bishop Herbert Chilstrom.  It is an article addressed to pastors, congregations and other individuals asking them why they are leaving the ELCA.  The issue of most … Continue reading

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So this is where I put this blog…

It has been quite a while since regular posting has taken place here, but it’s not for lack of interesting things to submit.  Indeed, plenty of good things have happened and continue to happen in this pastor’s life and ministry.  … Continue reading

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Holy Week – Witnessing the Passion of Christ

In one of his sermons, the Rev. Richard J. Fairchild says that “When you look at the events from Palm Sunday to Good Friday it’s almost like one of those “Good news and Bad news” jokes.”  The good news is … Continue reading

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A Holy Marathon

Not that the season of Lent is uneventful, but the real marathon began in earnest a couple of days ago. With Palm Sunday next on the schedule, Holy Week is less than 48 hours from beginning.  This means several things … Continue reading

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