Whether it is one’s life journey, a Lenten journey, or an adventurous outing, life rarely if ever unfolds smoothly; without detours, side jaunts, or wrong turns. Very recently we as a country were exposed to yet another of the most appalling experiences of brute force. With total disregard for the wellbeing and safety of children,… Continue reading In the Shadow of Courage, Hope, and Truth
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Lent 2025: Stand Up, Speak Out, Be Alert to What is Going on in Our Country
As kids, many of us were encouraged, probably taught that Lent with its “lengthening days” was about “giving up something,” usually candy or sweets. Adults sometimes tried giving up smoking or other habits that needed attention. Lent became sort of an “endurance project” to the point of competition. I gave up more than you gave up!… Continue reading Lent 2025: Stand Up, Speak Out, Be Alert to What is Going on in Our Country
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