Monthly Archives: January 2014

In Memory of Pete Seeger

I thought I’d repost a blog I wrote 2 years ago. The music of heaven is more rich today. On Martyrs: Pete Seeger Posted on February 21, 2012 by richp45198 Martyrs are not only people who die for the faith. Martyrs … Continue reading

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On Journaling

There are many examples of spiritual journals. Great people the likes of St. Teresa, Gandhi, Thomas Merton, and Pope John XXIII have left us wonderful records of powerful spiritual journeys. Given that most of us don’t aspire to such greatness, … Continue reading

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On Martyrs: Daniel Berrigan

Being a prophet has always been a dangerous profession, largely because a prophet spends his/ her time calling society’s attention to the world’s evils. As such, prophets are persecuted, condemned, and at times thrown into prison. Such a prophet is … Continue reading

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On Redemption

On occasion, I have had someone ask me if I have been saved. My answer typically has been “That depends on what you mean.” Most often, these people have been referring to a particular type of experience involving their understanding … Continue reading

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