by Tony W. Cartledge | Apr 13, 2009 | Opinion
Late in the day on Sunday, our church gathered for our traditional “Easter sunset service” (I suppose we feel more akin to the curious disciples on the road to Emmaus than the spice-laden women at the tomb). We meet on a small island in a pond at Meredith...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Apr 13, 2009 | Opinion
Two good friends of mine had a harrowing experience yesterday: an 18-year-old daughter went missing on the way home from a long-distance visit with friends the previous night. A frantic day of path-tracing, phone calls, visits with police and contacts with the cell...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Apr 10, 2009 | Opinion
On a day when many people have the day off, the editorial staff of Baptists Today will spend at least part of Good Friday proofreading the next issue. It seems somehow appropriate.Proofreading is a persistent chore for those who care about doing quality work. Even...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Apr 8, 2009 | Opinion
A new study by the lottery industry says hooking more young gamblers could provide up to $14 billion more in funding for schools. Most lottery gamblers are over 35, the study found, women play less than men, and young adults aged 18 to 24 play least of all.To lasso a...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Apr 6, 2009 | Opinion
Two good friends of mine had a harrowing experience yesterday: an 18-year-old daughter went missing on the way home from a long-distance visit with friends the previous night. A frantic day of path-tracing, phone calls, visits with police and contacts with the cell...
