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How can I help? A Eulogy.
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How can I help? A Eulogy.

Today, as the life of my friend Marilyn was celebrated, I realized she is one of the best examples of what it means to live as Mary did in that moment. Continue reading How can I help? A Eulogy.

Behold! The Days are HERE!
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Behold! The Days are HERE!

2,700 years later we are still waiting. Still hoping. Still clinging. Still searching. But what are we waiting for? Continue reading Behold! The Days are HERE!

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Advent 4: Wachet auf

Fools say in their hearts, “There is no God.” They are corrupt, they commit abominable acts; there is no one … Continue reading Advent 4: Wachet auf

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