NPR was reporting the plans for the memorial service for Ted Kennedy and said that “all former living presidents” would attend. Shouldn’t that be “all living former presidents”? Or is this the rise of the zombies?
Politics
I have posted on this hot topic before and while I still find this an incredibly complex problem to try and resolve I am pleased there are thoughtful folks trying to work through the issues. Of course, I think the ethical or moral dimension is easy, of course we should […]
This announcement was a long-time coming. I actually spoke with Dr. Collins several months ago to invite him to PSU to speak on science and religion and he declined. He did not say way (“taking some time”) but I had a pretty strong hunch, as did anyone else following this […]
I suppose, if invoking “Jesus Christ” is an indication. Most of you probably already know that Politico is reporting that President Obama has mentioned “Jesus Christ” more frequently in high-profile speeches than George W. Bush. This is likely as much political as it is a personal confession. I think that […]
Apparently Kevin Thew Forrester, the Episcopal priest who is also an ordained Buddhist priest, will not receive enough votes to become the next bishop of Northern Michigan. (My previous post on this matter is here.) Kevin Thew Forrester’s election reportedly fails The Rev. Kevin Thew Forrester cannot receive enough votes […]
This is an amazing Shockwave production showing in 90 seconds the ebb and flow of empires in the region of the Mediterranean basin and beyond. Sure, we can (and I hope some will) quibble about the details but I think this will give a nice broad sense of the region […]
Churches Vie to Attract The Newest First Family Washington Post Staff Writers Saturday, November 22, 2008; Page B01 There have been letters, discreet inquiries and bold appeals. Some are using their connections; others are just seeking a foot in the door. It’s part of the spirited competition among Washington churches […]
It has been a few days since I have posted and longer with anything substantial. I fear it will be that way for a couple more weeks. I have been traveling and will hit the road again shortly. But today is November 4, 2008 and in the US that means […]
You may be familiar with NPR’s resurrection of the program “This I Believe.” I have been meaning to write an essay on this topic and this week I finally found some time to do that during my trip. I still need to trim this down below 500 words (it is […]
I am currently at the convention of the National Collegiate Honors Council. As you can imagine, when a group of educators get together we tend to talk about educational and therefore social concerns. Last night was our annual dinner with our CIC colleagues and I again shared my thoughts on […]