Ruth Everhart's Blog, page 45
December 8, 2013
White House Christmas Card 2013
Look what “popped up” in the mail last Friday: It’s the biggest perk of my MCA job so far!
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December 7, 2013
Definitely Don’t, Maybe Do (Thanks Seth Godin)
You Definitely Don’t want to read my book if . . . ~ if you venerate icons — you may find my book offensive. ~ if you love facts — you may find my book lacking. ~ if you’re an expert about the … Continue reading →
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December 5, 2013
The PCUSA Reports from Jordan, Israel, Palestine
Douglas Dicks has served the Presbyterian Church (USA) as a liaison to the Middle East for 18 years, and is now concluding his service. I found these words from his final report to be stirring, for they have inspired him: … Continue reading →
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December 4, 2013
Advent Haiku
A day like a shroud of gray cloud, no sun allowed Advent finds us bowed.
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December 1, 2013
Why Jerusalem? The “Jerusalem” IMAX movie
My family and I went to see the new IMAX movie “Jerusalem” on Saturday. It just opened at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History. The photography is amazing, and the access to sacred sites is unparalleled. You could go on … Continue reading →
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November 30, 2013
My “Black Friday” Story
I went shopping on so-called “Black Friday.” Aren’t I brave? My daughter and I went to the Kohls that’s two miles from home — where I frequently shop — and took advantage of a good price on winter coats for … Continue reading →
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November 27, 2013
Milepost: Thanksgiving
What are your plans for Thanksgiving Day? I hope you have something special to eat, and someone special to eat it with, and a few moments to let it all sink in. For me, holidays serve as mileposts, a stake … Continue reading →
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November 25, 2013
About that Christmas Fruitcake . . .
Over the weekend Doug and I went to Shenandoah National Park, which means we drove straight west. About 45 minutes out, we crossed the Shenandoah River and I impulsively suggested we stop at Holy Cross Abbey, which is one of my favorite places. … Continue reading →
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November 24, 2013
Webinar: Pilgrims in a Post-Modern World
I’m doing a webinar for Presbyterian Outlook next week. Tues, Dec 3, 4:00-5:30 Eastern Time This webinar is intended for clergy or church leaders (Presbyterian or otherwise) who would like to ignite a passion for pilgrimage. ~ Are you building … Continue reading →
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November 23, 2013
A Word from the Pope About Christians in the Middle East
I’m off on a “little adventure” today and tomorrow, but saw this and wanted to post it for those of you who might be interested. Pope Francis has a message about a subject that is close to my heart: the plight … Continue reading →
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