Tag: Syria
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The Importance of Remembering – September 17, 2013
Yesterday I finally got around to seeing “The Butler.” While I had mixed thoughts on the film overall (although it was absolutely worth seeing solely for Forest Whitaker’s performance), I really appreciated how it invited the audience to remember. Part of the story follows Whitaker’s son, who is a key player in the Civil Rights…
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Remembering Syria – September 6, 2013
Last Sunday, Pope Francis called the Catholic church together to pray and fast on behalf on Syria this Saturday, September 7. I may not be a baptized Catholic, but I plan to join in on praying with my Catholic brothers and sisters. I’ve been praying for this dear country the last few months and it…
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It’s Too Hot Outside to Write – August 30, 2013
It’s Jen, the delinquent poster, here. I’m sorry, but the combination of coordinating an overnight retreat and hot, humid (for California) weather, results in no legitimate post from me. Instead I chose to hibernate in my room last night next to the air conditioning watching “Call the Midwife.” Later, my roommate and I caught up,…