Lets face it. The old way of doing things is shot. Even the way in which we did things 10 years ago is full of holes. There are a few institutions, such as marriage, the sacraments, and the infield fly rule that still work well. But in large part, the old way of doing things, … Continue reading Wrinkled Missionaries, New Ways of Thinking

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Our family has a really funny, cute, and lively little nephew named Tim. Tim is about four years old now, but when he was a really little guy, around two years old, he used to have an expression that has now become common vernacular around our house..."Poopie Doodie"Tim used to say this just about all … Continue reading Poopie Doodie For Christians

I have been asked by my old (well not that old) friend Julie to post five wierd things about myself. What better way to start the new year?As there are approximately 12 readers of this blog, this should prove to be earthshattering news that will affect the Internet to an extent greater than its original … Continue reading Five Weird Things

This has been a week to remember the average guy. The guy who does his job (even if it happens to be President) each day, is kind to his neighbor, loves his wife and his family, and who quietly, makes this a great country to live in. We need more Gerry Fords.Ben Stein, who used … Continue reading A Ford, Not A Lincoln

I am continuing to revel in the simple beauty of James Taylor's Christmas Album, late to the party as I am. Tonight, I am listening to "Some Children See Him", written by Wihla Hutson and Alfred Burt in 1951, seven years before I was born.Some children see Him lily whitethe infant Jesus born this nightSome … Continue reading Some Children See Him

Sometimes I think I live in a cave. James Taylor has a new Christmas album, and I had no idea, until the other day when my buddy John told me. Tickets for his solo (only James, no band) concert in LA in February are sold out, and now going for up to $400 per seat. … Continue reading Deconstructing Church

Its Boxing Day 2006. The day after Christmas.Last night we were part of a large festive party with friends and family old and new from church. The food was wonderful, the conversation warm, the laughter abundant, the warmth of Christmas filled the house with joy. After an early dinner, we walked the neighborhood randomly caroling … Continue reading My Christmas Prayer

And to all, a good night.