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Prayers For Our President On Inauguration Day

There is not as much excitement about the Inauguration this year as there was when President Obama first took office, but it still is a momentous day. There will be ceremonies and celebrations, and public and private prayers. (The website for the Joint … Continue reading

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The Language Of Worship

I grew up reading the King James Version of the Bible. That’s what my Dad had on his bedside table, and that’s what we used in church and Sunday school. I think the thees and thous and unfamiliar vocabulary made … Continue reading

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Illuminating Epiphany

Today in church we celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany. In the nativity story, it marks when the three kings proclaimed Jesus as Kings of the Jews. On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, … Continue reading

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Love Is The Reason For The Season

Today is the fourth Sunday in Advent. The fourth week of Advent usually is shorter than a full week, but this year it is as short as possible, since tomorrow we will start celebrating  Christmas! Are you ready for Christmas? … Continue reading

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Happy Merry Joy!

I wrote this post on Thursday, before the tragic events in Newtown. I am holding the parents, children, teachers, and friends in my thoughts and prayers–and also remembering others who are facing hard times. It may be too much to … Continue reading

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