(This month I am highlighting the plight of starving children in Guatemala. I had a chance to travel with Food for the Poor to help bring awareness to these precious gifts from God. The following are my very personal and tearful observations. Please read for hope and direction.) Food for the Poor: Guatemala Trip Day […]
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Poems from a Plane 2 (“I can’t do this!”/Fussy Baby)
A Shared Lament or An Historical Retelling of “I can’t do this!” by Doug Bursch “I can’t do this!” I shouted this in the car today More than once, more than several, less than many times! I didn’t count, I’m counting now, or trying to count now But I didn’t count then. I just did […]
Arugula, Self-Hate, Reconciliation, Humility and Narcissism (Incomplete thoughts for people in process)
Self-Hate Christian Assessment Culture It seems that much of our Christian publishing industry is fueled by a culture of church discontent and self-hate. Every week a new book comes out decrying what’s wrong with the Church and church leadership. Sadly, most of these books are written for people who already know God. I wonder what […]
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 the body of Christ. Equipper’s Survival Guide (By Steve Crosby) Spiritual abuse is like finding […]
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 most part, we’re all surviving the effects of our flossing truancy. I’m well aware that […]
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.
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 Valli and The Four Seasons cover band. If you enjoy catchy tunes sung really well, […]
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 grow to love, respect and trust and then killing ‘em off. It’s like our thing.” […]
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 T rhymes with P and that stands for pool. This makes little sense to the […]