Monthly Archives: December 2012

A Spiritual Snapshot for Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2012 by richp45198

These are dark times and hope feels elusive. I take comfort from my spiritual snapshots — experiences with various people who remind me that there is still goodness in the world. They remind me of the words of Willy Wonka … Continue reading →

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On Outcry and Protest

Posted on December 16, 2012 by richp45198

Today has seen an outpouring of sadness and of prayer for the people of Newtown CT. And so it should be. The unimaginable horror, the loss of innocent lives defy understanding. But in the midst of such outpourings are those (including myself) … Continue reading →

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On The Kingdom Within

Posted on December 4, 2012 by richp45198

I’ve written elsewhere that Jesus Christ was a real troublemaker, prone to make statements that challenged the status quo and made people uncomfortable. At one point, he told his followers “The Kingdom of God is within you.” This, I think, … Continue reading →

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