Free Dental
Bernie’s Medicare for All plan announces “free dental” … using other people’s teeth. I want archaeological teeth from a departed saint … so that everything out of my mouth is a blessing.
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For Flock’s Sake, Shorten Sermons!
Pope Francis, on the subject of preaching, said, “How many times have we seen people sleeping during a homily, or chatting among themselves, or outside smoking a cigarette?” When people laughed at the image, Francis said, “It’s true, you all know it … it’s true!” Concluding that line of reflection, Francis said, “Please be brief…
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High Standards
Would it be too much to ask Andrew Yang to begin my $1,000 a month … before I vote? I have high standards. They are now up to $1,000.
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Slow, Old iPhone Users
There’s a rumor that Apple was fined for slow, old iPhone users. Where do I get my check? I knew there was a plus to being old and slow!
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Religious Freedom … from Government
The root of religious freedom burrows deep and free from Government and its control of religion Pastor Jim Rhode Island was founded by those who rejected a church model that mixed in King and Government controls. “Williams felt that the religion he practiced must be free from any influence of the Church of England and…
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Borderline Personalities
Border tunnel discovered at Los Algodones, with LED lighting, handrails and handicapped restrooms. Used by US seniors who seek prescription drugs and dental care in Mexico.
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“Stick the Landing”: Exiting a Ministry with Grace
Exit, Stage Left! Before dashing offscreen to make an escape or run an errand, Snagglepuss announces the move in the form of a theatrical stage direction, saying “Exit, stage left!” (or “right,” as the case may be, or “up” or “down” even). “Stage left” is the left of the stage from the actor’s perspective. Snagglepuss added…
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“Overstuffed Sunday”: Situational Awareness
It was Christmas Cantata Sunday. The congregation felt the energy of the choir and orchestra guests visiting from a local university. The choir stood on both sides of the church and launched the worship experience with rendition that would give Handel chills. As the pastor processed in to start the service, she didn’t see a…
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Church of One Stringed Worship
As you sit in theater seats, preparing for your bulletin and hymnal free worship experience, you see the worship preparations. The drummer sits encased in Plexiglas so as not to offend. Three eight foot LED screens show animated effects of leaves falling and upcoming events. Robotic lights bow in reverent anticipation of the coming worship…
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Jesus & Speeding Tickets
At a church in Sedona, the pastor preached that when he drives, he needs Jesus to take over behind the wheel. Because when he drives his anger and frustration emerge. He encouraged the congregation to turn their motor vehicles over to Jesus. In essence, you would become a passenger with Jesus as the divine Cruise…