Category Archives: Culture

Equipper’s Survival Guide (By Steve Crosby)

The following is some helpful advice from my friend Steve Crosby. Steve has written and spoken extensively on issues of church leadership and abuse. The following are some words to help Christian leaders and pastors understand their unique assignment in … Continue reading

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The Spiritual Dangers of Irregular Flossing

If flossing were truly important, half of us would be dying of gum disease. We’d be daily opening the obituaries, lamenting the loss of another fine upstanding citizen who’d succumbed to the inevitable consequences of irregular flossing. However, for the … Continue reading

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A Priest Worthy of Honor: Chaplain Emil Kapaun

This should be required viewing for any Christian who is second guessing the cost of their calling. President Obama awards Chaplain Emil J. Kapaun, U.S. Army, the Medal of Honor.

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A Review of Jersey Boys at the 5th Avenue Theatre

Last night I experienced the touring production of the Tony lauded musical Jersey Boys at Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre. The show hunkers down in Seattle until May 4th, after that, it’s back on the road for the world’s best Frankie … Continue reading

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Entire Cast of Downton Abbey Killed Off in Season 4

Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes confirmed today that the entire cast of Downton Abbey will be killed off in Season 4. Fellowes stated, “It’s something we do really well, we feel like it’s our niche. You know…creating a character you … Continue reading

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A Review of The 5th Avenue Theatre’s Production of Meredith Willson’s The Music Man

Meredith Willson’s The Music Man is so catchy, the Center for Disease Control reports there is still no known cure. After coming into contact with The Music Man, some individuals report difficulty peeing. Primarily because P rhymes with T and … Continue reading

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Happy MLK Day

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This Translates Well

This Translates Well by Doug Bursch Sarcasm does not translate well. You can say that again. Sarcasm does not translate well… What do you mean by sarcasm? A mean the stuff I say that you don’t understand. Well why say … Continue reading

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Forgiveness: Why We Should or Shouldn’t Accept Lance Armstrong’s Apology

The world is full of liars. However, not all liars are famous and there’s only one Oprah. Consequently, most of us will not be able to display our contrition in a two day OWN Network exclusive. If you haven’t heard … Continue reading

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A Moderate Christian Response to the Gun Debate

We talked about gun control on my radio show yesterday. Thought some of you might appreciate the perspective. Live from Seattle with Doug Bursch airs daily from 4-6 pm on 820 AM KGNW. Streams live at kgnw.com. Click below for … Continue reading

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