by Christian | Feb 13, 2024 | Ask the Pastor
Pastor, What Are You Giving Up For Lent? February 13, 2024 Question: Pastor, what are you giving up for Lent? Answer: I am going to abstain from all extra-biblical practices and outward expressions of “personal piety” that Jesus said should be done in secret....
by Christian | Dec 29, 2022 | Ethics, Worship
During the final weeks of every year, visual images of our Lord Jesus Christ seem to be everywhere. From Christmas cards to commercial advertisements, it is nearly impossible to avoid seeing a barrage of pictures of Jesus in the manger during the holiday season. Of...
by Christian | Oct 29, 2021 | Bible Versions
I recently received a catalogue from a book distributor that included a discount section titled “slightly imperfect” and, yes, there were several Bibles listed. Obviously, the phrase “slightly imperfect” was intended as a reference to cosmetic defects, but it got me...
by Christian | Jul 3, 2021 | Civic, Common Prayer
Almighty God, who hast given us this good land for our heritage; We humbly beseech thee that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful of thy favour. Bless us with industry, prosperity, learning, and purity of life. Save us from discord and violence, and from...