Monthly Archives: February 2006

Some Notes on Prayer (III)

More quotes are from my seminary days — Ascetic Theology 2 — with Bishop Brother John Charles. Part One Part Two “Thankfulness is not self-centered.” “Grace is God’s way of acting graciously toward us.” “Hope is not wishful thinking — … Continue reading

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Sensitivity Training … Elsewhere

I long ago lost count of the number of times I’ve switched on the TV and seen crazy guys jumping up and down in the street, torching the Stars and Stripes and yelling ”Death to the Great Satan!” Or torching … Continue reading

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My One, My Only … MEME

Okay, fine. Since a Deacon “tagged” me, I’ll do this … just this once. Here’s the rule: No more! I’m serious, Mom! (I’m such a spoil sport.) 4 jobs you have had in your lifeDoor-to-door book salesmanRadio AnnouncerRestaurant ManagerNewspaper delivery … Continue reading

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Britney Spears & Other Religious Leaders

“What would Jesus say to Britney Spears?”HT THUNDERSTRUCK Is OVERSENSITIVITY a sin according to Islam?HT News ForumWASHINGTON — The State Department criticized today cartoon drawings in Europe of the Prophet Muhammad, calling them “offensive to the beliefs of Muslims.” While … Continue reading

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Y’all? Really.

First we had Britney Spears as a conservative Christian — and a cook, to boot — Now here comes Osama Bin Laden portrayed as Christ. (Elsewhere.) Secondly, whoop-tee-do! Unemployment is down! I wish it would go up a few points … Continue reading

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