They Hold Their Manhoods Cheap

Posted on January 15, 2014 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

I just read an article about a controversy over the new 2 pound coin in the UK.  I offer this reply: Continue reading →

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The Holy Innocents

Posted on December 28, 2013 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

Today is a “Feast Day” – It is the Feast of the Holy Innocents

The Holy Innocents are the first Christian Martyrs – the young male children of Bethlehem killed by order of Herod in his fear of losing his throne to the Continue reading →

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An Early Epiphany Rant

Posted on November 24, 2013 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

 Thanksgiving is next week and after that (yeah I know the decorations are already up among those that cannot wait) people will begin turning their eyes toward Christmas. Continue reading →

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Christ the King

Posted on November 23, 2013 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

Westmenister Abbey Entry WayThe last Sunday prior to the beginning of Advent is Christ the King Sunday.  This year that Sunday is the 24th of November.

I am fond of the title “Christ the King.”  I think it is a wonderful name for a church or chapel.  It says something – Jesus is in charge here!  It is the will of God made known to Continue reading →

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I believe in… the Communion of Saints

Posted on October 31, 2013 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

The 1st of November is the Feast of All Saints on the Church Calendar.

“I believe in… the Communion of Saints” goes the line in the Apostles’ Creed.

2007_Mansour_JSS_Chalice But, just what does that mean?  When I first started to reflect on the Creed I was pretty limited Continue reading →

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For Adults But Not Adult Only

Posted on October 14, 2013 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

 I recently read “Anglicanism is Christianity for Adults.” (citation below)  I found that comment to be a touch snarky at first (even though I appreciated it). Then I found it off-putting – what about kids? Is this why the Church is aging without replacing itself? Then I thought – No, it is correct. Anglicanism requires Continue reading →

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St Michael the Archangel and Spiritual Warfare

Posted on September 29, 2013 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

War broke out in heaven; Michael and his angels fought against the dragon. The dragon and his angels fought back, Continue reading →

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Rich in Money Poor in Action

Posted on September 29, 2013 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

 

Hear the message on the Rich Man and Lazarus here

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Spurgeon’s College

Posted on September 29, 2013 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl
Spurgeon's College http://www.spurgeons.ac.uk/courses

Spurgeon’s College
http://www.spurgeons.ac.uk/courses

If you are looking for an excellent theological education you need to check out Spurgeon’s College

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The Holy Cross

Posted on September 14, 2013 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

 There is a Christian praise song with the lyric: We bring the sacrifice of praise into the house of the Lord.  A very different sacrifice than that of the Cross.

It is September 14th and for those who are not aware – it is Holy Cross Day.  The one day per year that the Church makes a particular point of emphasizing Continue reading →

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