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Author Archives: the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl
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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Why Are You Dressed Like That? Part 2
Welcome to: Why are you dressed like that? Part 2. 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?
Posted in Christian Living, Theology, Vestments
Tagged Children, Evangelism, Faith, Humbleness, Sin, Vestments
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Why Are You Dressed Like That? Part 1
The little girl asked me – Why are you dressed like that? It is an understandable question. She had never seen a priest in vestments before. Not only that – even if she had, it is unlikely that she
Posted in Christian Living, Evangelism, Theology, Vestments
Tagged Children, Christian Service
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The Atonement
The Atonement is about us being one with God. In fact, a good way to understand the word is – At-One-Ment. If the word atonement is all about being one with God why do so many people fight about what … Continue reading
Posted in Theology, Uncategorized
Tagged Cross, Crucifixion, Discipleship, Faith, Forgiveness, Sacrifice, Sin, suffering, Violence
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