Category Archives: Miscellany

I am still reading books…..

Not having posted any new reviews for quite some time should not be interpreted as flagging interest in reading and writing reviews. Earlier this year I was approached about re-entering pastoral ministry at Grace Baptist Church, Richmond Hill, Ontario. I … Continue reading

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No posts until September….

This year my wife and I celebrate 35 years together. Our vacation will be just that – a real vacation away from work, and away from this blog. Don’t look for anything new until September.

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Don’t fritter your life away

SKYPING, Instant Messaging, Voice Mail, Email, Blogging, Twittering, Facebooking …. There is no shortage to ways we can remain connected with one another, and in so doing, consume the hours each day provides. In the latest issue of First Things, … Continue reading

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Why I Joined (and Quit) Twitter

My son asked me to sign up, so I did. I enjoyed his updates, knowing where he was and what he was doing throughout the day. On my second day of Twitter, I began receiving notices that others were following … Continue reading

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Self-promotion masquerading as ministry

I receivedĀ a mass-mailed email today from a pastor who is co-hosting a live call-in show on Christian television. The program airs from 2:00a.m. to 4:30a.m. seven days a week and is gearedĀ to “…reach people in their darkest hour of need.” … Continue reading

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