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Category Archives: Reflection
Why I Am [Not] a Christian.
Oddly enough, in the past two years that I have been blogging, less than a handful of my posts have been about my spiritual beliefs—a subject that is at the core of my life, my vocation, and my passion. Rather … Continue reading
Posted in Church, Life, Politics, Rants, Reflection
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NaBloYOUmo
So I’m not doing NaBloPoMo. It’s a great idea, but blogging every day for a month just isn’t realistic for me right now. But today comes a different sort of challenge–one I’m willing to take a stab at. Annie writes … Continue reading
Posted in Autobiographical, Blogging, Reflection
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Sermon II
I didn’t put quite as much time into preparing this one as the last one, but there are a few elements here that are hopefully worthwhile. Comments and dialogue are, as always, welcome. Even from my spelling-challenged brother, Joey. Enjoy! … Continue reading
Posted in Church, Reflection, Writing
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My First Sermon
This past weekend the pastor of our church was out of town on a mission trip with some members of our congregation. As a full-time staff member, one of my non-youth related job duties is to fill in when he’s … Continue reading
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Sons, Sailboats & Stories
I seem to be in this alternating pattern of posting assignments for my freshmen and pictures of Grady. One might speculate that these two occupations take up most of my waking (and some non-waking) hours these days. Speculation correct. What … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Fatherhood, Grady, Life, Reflection, Writing
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Arlington National Cemetery
I’m here. I have waited many years for this moment. When I first learned of the opportunity for this trip to DC, this place where I now sit was the reason I instantly decided to come. I have thought often … Continue reading
Posted in Autobiographical, Politics, Reflection, Travel
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Yellow Ribbons and Blue Baby Cribs
The sky is clear blue with only a few wisps of white cloud. The sun, as always in El Paso, is a warm yellow, making it all in all a lovely day. I’m sitting in the courtyard outside the front … Continue reading
Posted in Autobiographical, Reflection
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