Monthly Archives: January 2011
Generosity unbounded
Within 36 hours we will be involved in seeing to fruition a benefit concert which is also a celebration of my 40th Ordination Anniversary. It will benefit two summer programs for youth-at-risk. To do this: I had the audacity to … Continue reading
After 70’s promises – AZ
In the 1970’s my father was a pharmacist at the Gowanda Psychiatric Center south of Buffalo. During his time there the great de-institutionalization of the mentally ill took place. The emphasis was on returning the mentally ill to the community … Continue reading
Elder in training
NPR had a program on Elders today. The question was asked “When did you know you were an elder?” I suddenly realized I have been an “elder in training” for over 50 years. I have sat at the feet of … Continue reading
Sno Fun
Whether or not one believes in climate change this has been one of the snowiest winters in recent memory. A friend in North Carolina has called several times as storms have come up the East Coast to tell us of … Continue reading
Beyond Bigotry
A mentally unstable man kills a nine year old child, and a federal judge among others, and seriously wounds a Congresswoman. In response the infamous Westboro Baptist Church said it plans to picket the child’s funeral Thursday’s because “God sent … Continue reading
No Free Speech!
I don’t believe in free speech! No I am NOT in favor of censorship – but that I know speech has a price – it has consequences. What we say does affect others, can set a tone and influence the … Continue reading
Displaced in Egypt
Because of an unstable political situation which threatened their child’s life the Gospel of Matthew presents Joseph, Mary and Jesus crossing national borders in order to get a safer life in Egypt. Unlike the desire of many people in the … Continue reading
New & Improved
New and Improved Ever since I was a kid I have heard about products that were new and/or improved. We seems to like the idea of that which is new and really like those that are improved. Perhaps that is … Continue reading