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A Life Metaphor – My Regular Column Titled

Last week I solicited readers of The Edge of the Inside to suggest a title for a regular column I have been asked to write for the Tuttle Times on religion/spirituality. Those of you who left a suggestion let me say, “Thank you.” And, you offered some excellent suggestions. … Continue reading

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(Non) Voting As A Challenge to Power – One Non-vote Voter’s Reflection

A couple of weeks ago the Ex-Reverend sent over several interview questions for a story in anticipation of Oklahoma’s Super Tuesday primary. Greg rightly wondered how Oklahoma’s Christian, Evangelical, voters might view Mitt Romney – a Mormon. You may read the piece here. He offers a lengthier discussion Continue reading

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Scandalous Meals – Weekly Video

We tend to think of relationships in terms of exchanges. You do [blank] for me, and I will [blank] for you. Jean Vanier reminds viewers of Jesus’ radicalized invitation. Offer hospitality to those who have nothing to offer in return. Now that would be a Jesus-y thing to do.… Continue reading

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Now That Aintsobad or, Presidential Politics Pluralism Style

What does a Pastor/Preacher know about politics? Especially the Presidential variety? My local community of faith knows I am somewhat ambivalent about Presidential Politics. It is hard to get real excited when what it appears we are after these days is a therapeutic politic – one that makes me … Continue reading

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Tripp’s Prayer for Transfiguration Sunday

My friend Tripp offers a prayer for Transfiguration Sunday. Let this spur you to go over and read the entire prayer.

If you will, like your three disciples on the mountain,

transfigure our vision of you – terrify us with newness

rupture the stories we tell ourselves that

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