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Royal wedding sermon April 29, 2011 | Comment on this article Leave a comment OK, I wasn’t the only one interested in the Bishop of London’s wedding sermon for Prince William and his new bride. A reader noticed that the link to the entire sermon text that I posted did not work. I’ve posted a new link there that should work. Read More
Rumblings of a (possible) perfect storm April 29, 2011   Only the Thunder could bring about the perfect storm. If the Memphis Grizzlies triumph over the San Antonio Spurs Friday, downtown Oklahoma City churches will suddenly have one more huge event to contend with on Sunday. Some downtown churches are already operating on an adjusted scheduled due to... Read More
April 29 Today's Prayer April 29, 2011 We ask, dear Lord, that we never turn from Your commands or forget Your teachings. Amen. Read More
One last thing on the royal wedding April 29, 2011 Tammy Mass (pictured) didn’t mind traipsing through the mall today with a tiara on top of her head. Mass, 51, an administrative assistant at All Souls’ Episcopal Church, said her head adornment was her way of paying homage to the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton. I ran into Mass today... Read More
Royal Wedding tidbits April 29, 2011 I got up this morning to watch the royal wedding, partly because I had watched Prince William’s parents tie the knot years ago. I have to admit, my first impressions were whimsical: I loved all the hats the women wore and I thought both Prince William and his brother Prince Harry looked handsome in... Read More
April 28 Today's Prayer April 28, 2011  Thursday, April 28 O mighty Lord, let us be willing to share with You from the gifts we have. Amen. Read More
April 28 Today's Prayer April 28, 2011 O mighty Lord, let us be willing to share with You from the gifts we have. Amen. Read More
April 27 Today's Prayer April 27, 2011 Wednesday, April 27 Bless our families and friends. Help us take care of each other when we lose loved ones. Amen. Read More
April 24 Today's Prayer April 24, 2011 Dear Lord, we know good gifts come from You, and we are forever grateful. Amen. Read More
April 22 Today's Prayer April 22, 2011 Move us away from earthly concerns, Lord, so our souls will be at peace with You. Amen. Read More
Pope has Good Friday TV chat April 22, 2011 Pope Benedict XVI altered his typical Good Friday routine by appearing on a televised special.  The Associated Press reports that the pontiff  fielded questions during a Good Friday broadcast on Italian TV. According to the report, the questions were pre-selected. One came from a Japanese girl... Read More
April 21 Today's Prayer April 21, 2011 Thursday, April 21 Deliver us, Lord, from those who tell lies and work to discredit others’ honor. Amen. Read More
Maundy Thursday in the news April 21, 2011 It’s Maundy Thursday, the day Christians commemorate Jesus’ Last Supper with his disciples, as described in the Bible. Many people will be attending services tonight at theirlocal churches. I’ve noticed several stories about the Last Supper on the wire and Internet today. I thought I would share... Read More
'Soul Surfer' news April 21, 2011 I’ve heard a lot of people talk about the faith-themed movie “Soul Surfer” in the last few weeks since the film made it to the big screen. The movie tells the true story of young surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack, and her return to surfing afterwards. Well, in the middle of... Read More
April 19 Today's Prayer April 19, 2011 Dear Lord, we pray You will quickly respond to those whose faith is faltering. Amen. Read More
April 18 Today's Prayer April 18, 2011 Our trust of salvation is in You, Lord, not in those who will one day be dust. Amen. Read More
A day in Shawnee April 17, 2011 Spent the day in Shawnee today and met some of the nicest people. It was one of the most interesting Sundays I’ve ever had. With it being Palm Sunday, the beginning of Holy Week, the day seemed ripe with expectation. I’ll be writing several stories from today’s Shawnee visit. Look for them... Read More
Getting to know Passover April 16, 2011 In December, I got a kick out of a fun song created by a group of Jewish students in New York. The song was related to Hanukkah.  The group, called the Maccabeats put Hanukkah-inspired lyrics, written by David Block and Immanuel Shalev, to Taio Cruz’s infectious tune “Dynamite.” ... Read More
April 15 Today's Prayer April 15, 2011 We ask You to search our minds and be our daily shield, dear Lord. Amen. Read More
Palin in OKC April 15, 2011 I’m preparing to attend the Women of Joy Conference tonight at State Fair Arena. The highlight of the evening is keynote speaker Sarah Palin, former Alaska governor and Republican vice-presidential candidate.  Most of the time, Palin’s political views are quoted. However, she’s... Read More

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