Tag: Culture
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A grand slam and no hitter — all in the same game!
I went to see the Tampa Bay Rays today, my first ball game in a very long time. Great game. Pitcher Matt Garza threw a no hitter, and Matt Joyce hit a grand slam. Nice. Sorry Detroit fans. Garza Pitches Fifth No-Hitter of Season in First for Tampa Bay
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Tulsa World: Speaker didn’t reflect the church’s views
Source: Tulsa World By: GEORGE C. MICHALOPULOS Recently, the Tulsa Interfaith Council sponsored an appearance by Frank Schaeffer. I had the pleasure of attending one of Frank’s lectures. As a fellow Orthodox Christian it’s always good to see Frank. Whether you agree with him or not, you know you’re in for a good and lively…
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Mattingly: Shocking words to the Presbyterians
Source: The Republic Anyone who attends one of the national church assemblies that dot the calendar every summer knows that they are highly ritualized affairs. Officers will be elected. Political issues will be discussed. Lofty resolutions will be passed. At least one long business session will include a proposal about clergy benefits and salaries. […]…
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Mattingly on Fr. Siarhei Hardun, the Presbyterian Assembly, and the press
Journalist Terry Mattingly edits the blog “Get Religion” which examines religion in the media. The blog is a great read and worth a (repeating) look. A few excepts from Mattingly’s commentary on Fr. Hardun’s recent comments at the Presbyterian assembly (see: MINNEAPOLIS: Presbyterian gay measures criticized by visiting (Orthodox) priest): As you would expect, the…