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Inside Out and Upside Down: The Radical Logic of Easter

“But, as Paul put it… God chooses what is weak in the world, what the world counts as foolishness, to…

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The Hope Of The Resurrection In A Time Of Strife

Brothers and Sisters, I always write my Easter message with a sense of joy, expressing thanksgiving for our shared faith…

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Lenten Wisdom from 1961

Here on the right is a clip from the February 1961 issue of The Newfoundland Churchman (which is now this…

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Why Worship Needs A Destination

There’s a video game called “Desert Bus”. It was never officially released and was only intended to be part of…

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Turning The World Upside Down: The Church And Stong Women

On January 28th, 2026, the Confirmation of Election Service marked the moment when Dame Sarah Mullally legally became the 106th…

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Does The Church Have Room For Bravery?

I am a child and an adult of the Church, and possibly a dying breed. Over the years, I have…

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Check Your Spiritual Engine

If you own a vehicle, chances are you’ve seen the dreaded check engine light flash on your dashboard. If you…

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Valentine’s Day: Bringing Warmth and Generosity in A Cold Month

The middle of this month brings us to Valentine’s Day. When I was young, I remember decorating a box for…

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When There’s Nothing To Say

I’m not sure how to describe the feeling I have as I write this column. The feeling of wanting, needing…

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On Poetry

Some years ago, I served as chaplain in a city-owned long-term care facility. During that time, I developed a weekly…