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Franklin Graham and the irrational

It is very sad to see the Graham “brand” so pathetic and so tattered. Sad. Very sad. From Christianity Today: Samaritan’s Purse president Franklin Graham addressed questions about President Obama’s birthplace and religious beliefs on ABC’s This Week that aired … Continue reading

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Covert courting

I had high hopes that President Obama would do more outreach among US Muslims. There are only 24 hours in a day. I get that. But I was hoping that we’d see a more overt form of engagement. Perhaps the … Continue reading

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Could Francis make a Middle East comeback?

So many links! So little time! This is from December, 2009, but still relevant. Where are the King’s? The Gandhi’s? The St. Francis’? St. Francis? Yes. I haven’t read the book yet, but it’s on my list, Paul Moses’ book, … Continue reading

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Church shopping for the Obamas

The New York Times reports on the Obama family’s search for a church home. Mr. Obama’s search for a church home has touched off a frenzied competition among ministers of various colors and creeds who are wooing the first family. … Continue reading

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