August 2004


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Man born in a woman's body?

Saturday, 28 August 2004 8:48 P GMT-06
 So, I met this man online (not in person yet) and found that we had lots in common. I saw his picture and i think he looks like the boss guy on CSI.  The photo was strangely erotic, shirt unbuttoned, loosened tie, hairy chest. Hmmm or better yet,
Category: Ethcs and Homosexuality
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Yes to Experience

Saturday, 28 August 2004 8:45 P GMT-06
The person who is willing to say yes to experience is the person who discovers new frontiers.-  John Marks Templeton
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Gay Govenor steps down

Saturday, 28 August 2004 8:21 P GMT-06
I commend Gov McGreevy ( or should I say ex-governor?) for taking a courageous stand.  He refused to give in to extortion and chose to go public with his "secret".  I am praying for him as he seeks to find himself.  I am especially pray
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Choir leader fired over column

Saturday, 28 August 2004 8:19 P GMT-06
Per Choir leader My worship director forwarded this to me.  The issue wasn't that the man was gay, it was how he used the church to support his opinions.  There are a number of issues involved here but I think on of the primary thing is his lack of
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New Categories - Christian Ethics

Saturday, 28 August 2004 8:11 P GMT-06
Today I have added many new categories to this blog along the line of ethics. There are many areas in which Christians must make ethical decisions. I simply chose the categories that my Professor has listed for the class to work on. If you have any
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Interestings quote

Friday, 27 August 2004 12:00 A GMT-06
"Most people would rather be certain they're miserable, than risk being happy." -Robert Anthony
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Jumping for Joy

Sunday, 22 August 2004 9:08 P GMT-06
Six people made professions of faith today!  Such a wonderful thing!  God is so good!
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Alien vs Predator

Saturday, 21 August 2004 12:00 A GMT-06
Found myself going to this movie.  I should know better than go to a movie with my exhusband.  But the kids liked it and it was so dumb people made loud comments during the movie.  But the monsters and aliens were appropriately icky and one woman
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Rotary Club

Saturday, 21 August 2004 12:00 A GMT-06
I have decided to join the Rotary club because it is really the only "happening" club in town.   Today I went.  It was nice that I know a few (very few) of the attendees.  I thought it was interesting that they sang the Tigers fight son
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Construction workers

Thursday, 19 August 2004 11:59 P GMT-06
I wonder if the construction workers across the street from the church realized that they were whistling at the preacher?
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Thought for the week from my Church newsletter

Wednesday, 18 August 2004 7:58 A GMT-06
thought for the week from "The Ragamuffin Gospel" by Brennen Manning "Compassion for others is not a simple virtue because it avoids snap judgements-- right or wrong, good or bad, hero or villain: it seeks truth in all its complexity. Genuine co
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This is so funny

Tuesday, 17 August 2004 11:42 A GMT-06
Something I wouldn't do but would be tempted to do!New house gets pointed criticisms
Category: News Commentary
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The Benedictine Rule of Leadership: Classic Management Secrets You Can Use Today

Saturday, 14 August 2004 12:37 P GMT-06
Summary Galbraith and Galbraith have taken the administration aspects of the Rule of St. Benedict and outlined them in the modern context that applies to business or ministry today.  The Rule of St. Benedict has provided the basic leadership text f
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The Ragamuffin Gospel

Saturday, 14 August 2004 12:32 P GMT-06
This book desribes Brennan Manning's experiences of faith through his eyes as an alcoholic.  This is a simple, yet profound book.  It demonstrates the reality of God's grace and how we don't deserve it.  I found it a thought-provoking and profound
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Thoughts on the previous story

Saturday, 14 August 2004 12:20 P GMT-06
The story of Max really moved me. I had to reflect on why, beyond the fact that it is a tragic story. I think it is back to the issue of authenticity. We humans struggle with the self that we present to our own mind that allows us to live with our
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This story really touched me

Saturday, 14 August 2004 12:11 P GMT-06
I know that I am probably violating all sorts of copyright laws by posting this.  I would urge everyone to purchase this book  My next posting will review it and you can click on the link and get it from Amazon.Brennen Manning tells this story of w
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The Priest and the Preacher at a Wine Tasting Party

Saturday, 14 August 2004 9:54 A GMT-06
Last night I went to a wine tasting.  My friend R. went with me.  He lost his wife about four months ago and has lots of free time on his hands.  He agreed to my last minute invitation.  We went to Cabin Creek Winery, here in Oklahoma.   http:/
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Childish Behavior

Saturday, 14 August 2004 8:21 A GMT-06
I am subscribed to an email list that has wonderful daily gems of wisdom.  It is called, Our Daily Frybread. You can read more about several Christian, Native American maillists here. It is not just a quote or two but long, thought provoking article
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N.J. Governor Resigns Over Gay Affair - For once, someone with courage!

Friday, 13 August 2004 8:21 A GMT-06
I commend Gov McGreevy ( or should I say ex-governor?) for taking a courageous stand.  He refused to give in to extortion and chose to go public with his "secret".  I am praying for him as he seeks to find himself.  I am especially prayi
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The words, once more to "tourniquet"

Thursday, 12 August 2004 10:07 P GMT-06
As i said, it was amazing how the teens responded to this song. So they really feel so hopeless? What are we as Christians doing wrong that we cannot seem to adequately share the love of Christ to a hurting world? Are we so busy telling them that
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Evanescene Concert, Zoo Amplitheather, OKC

Thursday, 12 August 2004 9:59 P GMT-06
So, my walk on the wild side included taking in the Evanescene concert at OKC.  The past couple of years I have been to a few heavy metal concerts.  I don't even like heavy metal but Evanescene is just plain good, not matter what they are singing.
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Feeding the 5000 or distributing school supplies

Thursday, 12 August 2004 9:36 P GMT-06
Well, the youth minister wanted to do a project of distributing school supplies to needy families.  I helped Weds afternoon by shopping and helping a bit with the organizing.  To be honest, I didn't have a big role in this project.  I really respe
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- Golda Meir quote

Thursday, 12 August 2004 9:28 P GMT-06
Those who do not know how to weep with their whole heart don’t know how to laugh either.-  Golda Meir
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New Minister

Thursday, 12 August 2004 7:58 A GMT-06
After church on Sunday morning, a young boy suddenly announced to his mother, "Mom, I've decided I'm going to be a minister when I grow up.""That's okay with us," the mother said, "But what made you decide to be a minister?&q
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BIG FISH

Saturday, 7 August 2004 9:09 P GMT-06
I loved the scene in "BIG FISH" in which the son tells the father the "death" story and thus takes on the father's stories.   The son carries him down to the river and every one is happy to see him go.  Really, that is like Chr
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