Unmasked by Masks
As we live through one of the most divisive eras in our nation’s history, I think there is something on which we can all agree, that being that 2020 has been one crazy ride and it ain’t over yet. Perhaps … Continued
Covid-19, Churches, and Hardware Stores
Here is another point about the issue of government bans on Church worship services that in my two previous posts I have taken for granted but which I evidently need to make explicit. Do these bans really accomplish much given … Continued
Are Government Bans on Religious Worship Services Morally Appropriate?
During the Covid-19 pandemic many state governments across the country have banned church worship services. Some states have prohibited religious services altogether, while others have placed severe restrictions on the number of people who may gather to worship. While the … Continued
Some Observations Regarding the COVID-19 Crisis
Here are some of my thoughts on the Coronavirus crisis or, perhaps more accurately, thoughts on how some people have been responding to the crisis. During the past several weeks of the COVID-19 crisis, I’m sure we have all heard … Continued
Lessons from the ER
Many of you know that a week ago yesterday, Jim had a strange and frightening “episode.” It began with his failure to remember the storyline of a Sherlock episode we had watched the night before (hardly unusual) and ended with … Continued
Why Do Churchgoers Live Longer?
Did you know that going to church is linked to living longer? Check out this Washington Times piece on a study several years ago which found that there is a significant correlation between regular church attendance and good health and, … Continued
Sweatin’ for Jesus
Oh my Gap yoga pants, I can’t believe the realization I just had! It feels sort of like when you plan two things for the same date and it is as if you are living in parallel worlds. You suddenly … Continued