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Will the Pope Change Our Minds About the Environment?

The first time I heard the hymn All Creatures of Our God and King was at a small Southern Baptist church when I was fairly young. I do not remember my first time hearing most songs, but this one struck me because of its focus on nature and especially its verse that addresses “Mother Earth.” Dear […]

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The Pope Goes to Prison

Although I am not Roman Catholic, I am impressed with the new Pope. I am especially impressed with the announcement that he will be observing Holy Thursday (the Thursday before Easter) at a prison. Past Popes have traditionally lead the Holy Thursday service at a church, but this year Pope Francis will celebrate Mass in […]

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