Many church denomination use the book of Psalms as part of their worship experience, and even more people use the Psalms as part of their daily spiritual practice. But what do they DO with this unusual set of song lyrics that run the gamut from hate, anger, and retribution (the “Please God – Squash My ...

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Scribe on May 22nd, 2008

With no political preaching attached, I am thinking today of our old friend, Senator Edward Kennedy, and his newfound “adventure.” He has been a “Friend of the Family” and gallant soldier for our acceptance and inclusion for many years. Remember him, as do I, in your prayers today. Our doctors are so kind to us ...

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The Rt. Rev. J. Jon Bruno, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, has issued the following statement concerning today’s California Supreme Court decision regarding same-gender relationships: Today’s Supreme Court decision on same-gender relationships is important because it reflects our baptismal vow to “strive for justice and peace among all people and respect the ...

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Scribe on April 30th, 2008

Some of us, at some point in our lives, might have to spend a lot of time doling out our own, or someone else’s daily medications. In my case, I fill up all the daily pill slots on Sunday night so I’m all set for the week, and won’t forget anything with the variances of ...

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Scribe on April 17th, 2008

.This is for the folks out there who don’t like the idea of being huggy-feely in church. I confess I’m not a huge fan, as, even in the commuity of any worship experience, even though we are called to Corporate worship, I still am greedy for my “alone time” with the Maker. And then I ...

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