Bishop Robert 
If you grew up in the 60’s in the USA, the odds are very high that you either watched or heard key phrases from a television program called “Laugh-In.” Several of the show’s elements have become mainstays of American pop culture. The “Flying Fickle Finger of Fate” was verbally awarded every week for the most … Read more
From time to time I am asked to officiate at a wedding. It is one of the benefits of being a clergyman. The couple have some latitude in the planning of their wedding ceremony with regard to some items. It is always insightful as the couple and I go through the planning, discussion and selection … Read more
If you’ve ever raised an infant, seeing them take their first steps is a moment you’ll never forget. It doesn’t happen all at once of course. No baby has ever just said to themselves, “Gosh, I notice the perambulation of the adults in my proximity via an effective peripatetic motion. I believe I’ll do that … Read more
When “Episode IV – A New Hope” kicked off the Star Wars phenomenon almost 45 years ago (yes, earthlings, it has been almost 45 YEARS !!!) the opening crawl introduced us to a world beyond our imaginations with the epic phrase “A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away …” Hundreds of millions … Read more
Today I received an email from the government. (Always a joy , right ???) Thankfully it came from “recreation.gov” meaning that the government had taken the time to send me an email with information about how they thought I might like to relax next year. With a border crisis of unprecedented and historic proportions growing … Read more
This morning we will consider the important role a mediator can play when two people need to come to an agreement. You’ve probably heard of court-ordered mediation. This is typically ordered by the court to see if disputing parties can come to an agreement before a judge needs to get involved and make a legal … Read more
When your car is out of alignment, you risk damage and even losing control. Guess what happens when your LIFE is out of alignment??
Here’s the answer …
Today is called “Giving Tuesday,” and if you have an email address you’ve probably already been inundated with requests, promises and offers. No, this is NOT another one. The creators of Giving Tuesday call it a worldwide celebration of generosity. They intend Giving Tuesday as an opportunity for people around the world to come together … Read more
With the first Sunday of Advent yesterday’s memory we are now officially in the season of preparation for Christmas. Our celebration of Christmas is less than a month away. In the less spiritual days of my youth I would only focus upon the gift-giving aspects of Christmas. I had some understanding, of course, of the … Read more
You may be thinking, “The Bishop’s off his rocker! Why would he be wishing someone a Happy New Year in NOVEMBER???” It is because there are more calendars than just our regular civil one. The regular civil calendar, of course, begins on January 1. And you may be aware that the Jews celebrate their new … Read more
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