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Truth from Youth
This past week Swedish 16 year-old Greta Thunberg addressed the UN Climate Action Summit. Thunberg has come to international prominence in the last year or so as an activist for staging school strikes for climate...
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A Longer Table
Ever notice how much time Jesus spent eating with others? It wasn’t just about the food, of course; many of his teaching moments were spent around a table. Jesus turned water into wine at a...
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Now or Later
Would you rather be given $10,000 right now or $500,000 in 15 years? Your decision might be quick and easy: $10,000 is a lot of money, but I’d be happy to wait 15 years for...
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Top Priority
Those of us living in South Florida are grateful to be spared the devastation of Hurricane Dorian, but we empathize with those who were in its path. We should continue to pray for the people...
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Faith and Politics
Some people say that faith and politics should not mix. I understand the reasons why, but our faith should be deep enough to reach every aspect of our lives. As it happens, Jesus spoke often...
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New Here
Have you ever been the new kid? Maybe your family relocated while you were young. Perhaps you had to switch schools at some point. Or maybe you tried out a new sports team, group, or...
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A Beautiful Voice in Your Neighborhood
The trailer was recently released for the upcoming film about Mr. Rogers, called A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, starring Tom Hanks. This film is a timely reminder of the positive impact that Mr. Rogers...
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I Was a Stranger, and You Welcomed Me
In recent years immigration has become one of the most divisive issues facing our nation. On some days, more than 3,500 undocumented immigrants cross into our border, the highest rate in 13 years. As people...
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Routine Maintenance
The “Hollywood” sign is easily the most recognizable landmark in Los Angeles. It was first built in 1923 to advertise an isolated real estate development. The sign initially read “Hollywoodland,” but the -land part was...
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Only We
This week we celebrated the 50th anniversary of the launching of Apollo 11 from Kennedy Space Center, which sent the first humans to the moon. Some of you still remember it. I recently heard an...