The Importance of Inner Work
“If people skimp on their inner work, their outer work will suffer as well.” — Parker Palmer Ever seen a student film? They tend to...
ReadPenn State & The Cast of Characters in an Abusive System
In the wake of the recent conviction of Jerry Sandusky, former Penn State Defensive coordinator, on charges of child molestation, a few words. Much has...
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Chance Encounters – Congratulations Class of 2012
There is something compelling about the unpredictable. We live most of our days in the pursuit of and subjection to regularity. Irregularity is an unwanted condition that...
ReadMy Brain at The Dentist
The last time I was in a position to have a professional take small power tools to my teeth you could still buy a gallon...
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Spiritual Warfare in Contemporary Context
Guest Post by Andy McCoy, Ph.D. Evil is a quandary that puzzles theologians and toddlers, philosophers and preschoolers alike. We never get old enough to...
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Guest Post by Stephen James, MA. I interrupt this program… I like movies. Some of my favorites are “It’s a Wonderful Life,” “Star Wars,” “Lars...
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Then, teaching them more about prayer, he used this story: “Suppose you went to a friend’s house at midnight, wanting to borrow three loaves of...
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Falling Down the Rabbit Hole: Passion, Kony 2012 and Trauma
Passion can be a precursor to hysteria, mania, paranoia, depression, and a plethora of other mental health issues. Passion is often partnered with creativity, imagination,...
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