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Author Archives: the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl
Are You Brave Enough?
Are you brave enough to pray the Lord’s Prayer? Do you think that is a strange question? Most people do when they hear it, but it is a legitimate question. In the Lord’s Prayer, we obligate ourselves to some pretty … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Popular Prayers, Theology
Tagged Blessings, Christian Service, Discipleship, Forgiveness, Heaven, Prayer, Sin
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How a Rosary Returned Me to Prayer
People of faith are supposed to pray every day. How many do? I do not know, but I would wager a hefty bet that, of the number of people claiming to be people of faith, only a small percentage of … Continue reading
Maintain Your Defenses
This is a photo of the Tantallon Castle. It was once, as castles are built to be, a strong defense against those who wish to harm the people living inside the castle walls. The thing about castles, as can be … Continue reading
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Tagged Faith, Forgiveness, Sin
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What Can We Learn from Martha and Mary?
There are some who use this story to lambaste Martha and praise Mary telling us to learn from Martha’s mistake and Mary’s example. I think that is overly simplistic. Both Martha and Mary were doing good things. The situation, however,
Posted in Christian Living, Lectionary Reflection
Tagged Christian Service, Faith, Humbleness
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Crucifix Selfie
The Bible says that “God showed His love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8). I have always found that verse to be comforting. After all, it begins by reminding me that … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Holidays, Theology
Tagged Burdens, Cross, Crucifix, Crucifixion, Eucharist, Forgiveness, Grace, Mercy, Sacrifice, Sin
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This is My Body
My earliest church experience was in a small King James Baptist Church. I loved that congregation. They did many things for me, but most importantly they introduced me to Jesus. The pastor there was a man by the name of
Why Are You Dressed Like That? Part 6
Welcome to: Why are you dressed like that? Part 6 – What is that weird silk bracelet thingy on your wrist? This is a series of entries motivated by a young girl who visited us at St Francis Church and … Continue reading
Posted in Theology, Vestments
Tagged Children, Discipleship, Humbleness, Sacrifice, Vestments
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Why Are You Dressed Like That? Part 5
Welcome to: Why are you dressed like that? Part 5 – What is on your head? This is a series of entries motivated by a young girl who visited us at St Francis Church and said to me: Why are … Continue reading
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Tagged Biretta, Bonete, Children, Discipleship, Evangelism, Vestments
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Why Are You Dressed Like That? Part 4
Welcome to: Why are you dressed like that? Part 4. This is a series of entries motivated by a young girl who visited us at St Francis Church and said to me: Why are you dressed like that? First, I … Continue reading
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Tagged Children, Christian Service, Discipleship, Eucharist, Evangelism, Vestments
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Why Are You Dressed Like That? Part 3
Welcome to: Why are you dressed like that? Part 3. This is a series of entries motivated by a young girl who visited us at St Francis Church and said to me: Why are you dressed like that? First, I … Continue reading
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Tagged Children, Christian Service, Faith, Sin, Vestments
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