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A Christmas Reflection

December 24, 2016 by Mark McIntyre

So while we enjoy the gifts that we give and receive this Christmas, let us be continually mindful of the greater gift that lends his name to this holiday. Without him, all our celebration this season would be nothing more than whistling in the dark.

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Value vs. Talent

March 21, 2016 by Mark McIntyre
Talent

Jesus told the story of a man who went away and gave three servants money to work with while he was gone (Matt. 25: 14-30). The idea is that each servant differed in his ability to handle the money so they each got a different amount to work with. But, they were all required to … Read more

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Saint Augustine on Felicity

August 18, 2014May 15, 2013 by Mark McIntyre

In 21st Century America, we are unlikely to encounter anyone who is tempted to erect a statue to the goddess Felicity. Yet, we are in danger of worshipping felicity. Happiness seems to be the primary goal of many we interact with on a daily basis.

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On mites and absolute value

September 28, 2012 by Mark McIntyre
Widows Mite

How do we assess the value of work for the Kingdom of God? Jesus gives us some clues in the story of the widow and her gift.

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