by Barry Howard | Feb 12, 2002 | Opinion
I learned some of life’s most valuable lessons in Sunday School. I know that best-selling author Robert Fulghum argued that all he really needed to know he learned in kindergarten. Although Fulghum’s works are among my favorites, I cannot identify with him...
by Barry Howard | Feb 4, 2002 | Opinion
Visiting the sick has traditionally been a ministry for both clergy and laity. People of faith feel a spiritual responsibility to visit the sick, especially those in the hospital. When Jesus told a story about compassionate ministry to his disciples, he used an...
by Barry Howard | Jan 10, 2002 | Opinion
Recently, while attending a major sporting event, I noticed a peculiar sign near the gate as I gave my ticket to the gate attendant. In bold black letters the sign read, “Absolutely No Re-entry.” In other words, if you come out, don’t expect to get...
by Barry Howard | Dec 18, 2001 | Opinion
In Luke 1:46-56 we find a story culminating in Mary’s song, the first Christmas music on record, so to speak. The angel Gabriel had just delivered to Mary the startling news of maternal expectation and paternal mystery. This angel had informed Mary that she...
by Barry Howard | Nov 29, 2001 | Opinion
The green wreath contains four purple candles surrounding one large white candle. The day is Dec. 2. Only one purple candle is lit this day: the candle of peace. This marks the beginning of Advent. What is Advent? When does Advent begin? How is Advent to be observed?...
