As we enter a new year and a new decade, it’s the perfect time to rethink our priorities. It’s time to demonstrate that we love people more than things. It’s time to simplify.
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Celebrating Life
Looking at the victories and joys that make life sweet
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2010
29
2009
A Very Muslim Christmas – Why Not?
The Christmas holiday may be behind us. But that doesn’t mean the spirit can’t live on. And it doesn’t mean we can’t share it with Muslims – or anyone else who seeks a more peaceful, loving world!
25
2009
The Gift of Christmas – Way Beyond a Birthday
In Christian theology, what concept makes the most difference in our lives (or ought to)? One word: Incarnation. Let’s discuss.
10
2009
Hubble’s Heavenly Countdown to Christmas
Check out this spin on a digital-age Advent Calendar – courtesy The Boston Globe and the Hubble Space Telescope. A wondrous way to remember the season!
24
2009
Thanksgiving: A U.S. Priority in Good Times & Bad
Abraham Lincoln proclaimed Thanksgiving a national holiday during America’s darkest days. What should we learn from this lesson?
10
2009
Veterans – Honoring the Call of Duty
One soldier’s view on Veteran’s Day. Why U.S. military service matters in war or peace. And how you can help today.
3
2009
Afghan Faces – Human Souls
The Afghan people are as rugged and uniquely beautiful as their country – as this breathtaking photo essay reveals.
1
2009
All Saints Day – The True Spirit of Halloween
On the surface, Halloween seems to be about costumes, candy and scary stuff. But that’s just the commercial side of a holiday that really honors the “saint” in us all.
20
2009
God is in the Eye of the Beholder
For human perception, context is everything – as demonstrated in a compelling video lecture on optical illusions. What does this mean for a believer’s “vision” of God?
10
2009
Our Prize-Winning President
About the Nobel Peace Prize – As a soldier and writer who often explores issues of war and peace, I believe President Obama deserves congratulations – even if his best efforts are still ahead.

