Author Archives: Jason

It Must Be Love

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Jason

I am blessed to serve as a part of the ministry staff for a great church. The shepherds of our church have spent the past several months in deep prayer and reflection. They have been earnestly seeking God’s will for … Continue reading →

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2016 Hall of Fame Balloting

Posted on January 6, 2016 by Jason

Note: I originally wrote this note to be posted earlier, but never got around to it. By now, the HOF results have already been announced, with Griffey and Piazza being voted in.   In just a few hours, the BBWAA … Continue reading →

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Saturday Night Pizza

Posted on January 2, 2016 by Jason

What do you think? Should I go back for another piece?    

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One Cool Sis

Posted on January 1, 2016 by Jason

I’ll bet your sister has never dissected a cow eyeball. Continue reading →

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2015: Looking Back

Posted on December 31, 2015 by Jason

I’m currently reading Sherry Turkle’s fantastic new book, Reclaiming Conversation: The Power of Talk in a Digital Age. Turkle contends that one of the casualties of our digital infatuation is a lack of critical self-reflection. We simply don’t take time … Continue reading →

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Best Songs of 2015

Posted on December 31, 2015 by Jason

As a follow up to my favorite albums post, here are my 25 favorite songs of 2015: Speed Trap Town by Jason Isbell. A masterful story about pain, regret, and finally taking control of your life, sung by the current … Continue reading →

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When Hope and History Rhyme: A Christmas Eve Meditation

Posted on December 24, 2015 by Jason

“Peace on Earth” has been called U2’s most agnostic song. Recorded as part of the 2000 release, All That You Can’t Leave Behind, the song’s lyrics were inspired by the Real IRA Omagh bombing in Northern Ireland in August 1998. … Continue reading →

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Best Books of 2015

Posted on December 23, 2015 by Jason

Time for my annual list of best books I’ve read this year. Each year I set out with a goal to read 52 books — one per week. Admittedly, that’s an ambitious goal and I usually fall short (with the … Continue reading →

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Best Albums of 2015

Posted on December 20, 2015 by Jason

I love music. This is a list of some of the best music from the past twelve months. Or, I guess I should say it’s my favorite music from the past year. Between Spotify, Amazon Prime, and other streaming platforms, … Continue reading →

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Why I Love My Job

Posted on December 10, 2015 by Jason

This is why I love my job. Yesterday I had conversations with members of our church about the following topics: Gun control Darrelle Revis and spiritual warfare The widespread feeling of xenophobia that grips us Ironic T-shirts Family systems theory … Continue reading →

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