These conversations express the belief that faith-based advocacy for the common good is an essential element in Christian life. The discussions explore the issues and intersections of faith and public life with the intent to promote the well-being of all through participation in our political democracy. Wednesday, August 13, 2014. I am stunned by the death of Robin Williams. I am only slightly less stunned by my reaction to his death.

Average Guy In Fly Over Country. This is just a Blog on politics and current daily issues, as seen through the eyes of a family guy in the Midwest. The Midwest has referred to the Flyover Country by several radio talk show hosts. Your comments are welcome; profanity is not acceptable or welcome. Guests are welcome to disagree, but please state so with facts and reason, not opinions or gibberish. Wednesday, August 15, 2007.

Who is doing this? Violence and Becoming the Myth We Perpetuate. Violence and Becoming the Myth We Perpetuate. Violence and Becoming the Myth We Perpetuate. San Bernardino, Roseburg, Aurora, Sandy Hook, Columbine,.

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This Thursday, December 16, U. veterans will lead an act of civil resitance to war in Washington, D. The plan is to rally in Lafayette Park and then to march to the White House. I am impressed and moved by the passion expressed on their website as they promote this event. How long are we going to let this go on? 0160;Until it is too late, until this destructive machine destroys all of us and the planet to boot? With courage, persistence, boldness and numbers, we.

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A public square for the respectful discussion of issues of the day that face Christian believers. Thursday, October 15, 2009. I stole this from somewhere. Friday, September 18, 2009.

Saturday, November 24, 2007. I am not finished with Galatians. I will come back to this book after the beginning of a new year. It is hard to to stay with one book through all the interruptions. While I have enjoyed the time writing these blogs, I can see from the hits that few are interested. I must find ways to improve my subjects so that they enhance the worship experience.

Sunday, April 19, 2009. Success story without affirmative action. LA Times article starting off Black History Month is a whopper of a true story showing that freedom, opportunity, and hard work are much better than a hand out or government support. Was born a slave in 1818 somewhere in the South, her owner moved a few times before settling in FREE Southern California. In 1855 she was freed to begin her life in Los Angeles where by 1891 when she died as one of the richest women in Southern California.