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2026-03-24T10:16:02-04:00

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Church and State: Protecting Religious Freedom

Last updated on: March 24, 2026 at 10:16 am By Dennis McIntyre

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People often misunderstand and misapply the “separation of church and state” concept. The First Amendment’s freedom of religion clause protects every person’s right to practice their faith freely and shields that freedom from government interference. All too often, people view it as the elimination of “principles of faith” from public life. Let’s take a look. What Does The Constitution Actually Say? The First Amendment of the Constitution states: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting... Read more

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2026-03-22T20:05:09-04:00

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A Tale of Two Horses

Last updated on: March 22, 2026 at 8:05 pm By Dennis McIntyre

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A parable often shared during Lent tells of two horses. It’s not biblical and not tied to the historical book The Tale of Two Horses by Tschiffely —it’s simply a modern spiritual story that Christians often use during Lent because of its message about weakness, grace, and God’s ability to work through our flaws. Let’s take a look. A Tale of Two Horses A story is told of two horses in a field. From a distance, each horse looks like... Read more

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2026-03-22T17:29:55-04:00

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Social Media Policies: Should the U.S. Follow Suit?

Last updated on: March 22, 2026 at 5:29 pm By Dennis McIntyre

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Australia’s national ban on social media for kids under 16 began on December 10, 2025. This is when the law officially took effect, and platforms were required to block under‑16 users or face major penalties. While the results have been mixed, other countries are now considering similar bans. Should the U.S. be one of them? Let’s take a look. Australia’s Social Media Ban Children under 16 are not allowed to have accounts on “age‑restricted social media platforms.” The responsibility lies entirely... Read more

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2026-03-18T11:43:15-04:00

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Medicare and the Push for Universal Health Care

Last updated on: March 18, 2026 at 11:43 am By Dennis McIntyre

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There is growing support for “Medicare for All” as a “solution” to the U.S. healthcare crisis. This concept was born in 2003 when Rep. John Conyers first introduced the earliest bill explicitly named and structured as Medicare for All. Does this option move the needle in addressing the current healthcare crisis in the U.S.? Let’s take a look. The History of “Medicare for All” The National Health Care Act was the first introduction of the concept “Medicare for All.” The... Read more

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2026-03-17T08:32:48-04:00

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The Death of Lazarus

Last updated on: March 17, 2026 at 8:32 am By Dennis McIntyre

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The gospel reading for the Fifth Sunday of Lent is the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. Jesus didn’t raise Lazarus as a random display of power. He did it for two grieving sisters who needed to know that the One standing before them wasn’t just a healer but the Christ, the One who holds life itself. Let’s take a look at the readings. Gospel Text – John 11:3-7, 17, 20-27, 33b-45 To read the entire gospel, click... Read more

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2026-03-16T10:44:19-04:00

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Culture: Should Immigrants Be Forced to Assimilate?

Last updated on: March 16, 2026 at 10:44 am By Dennis McIntyre

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Immigration can impact the culture of our country. There is strength in our differences, but a lack of assimilation can negatively impact our culture. With the dramatic rise in illegal immigration during the Biden years, the question of assimilation is on the table. What is the right “balance” to strengthen the culture of our society? Let’s take a look. Different Types of “Assimilation” There are three very different types of integration in our country: Immigrants adopt the dominant culture’s norms,... Read more

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2026-03-13T08:28:24-04:00

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Terror: The Impact of Policies on Security Threats

Last updated on: March 13, 2026 at 8:28 am By Dennis McIntyre

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Terror-related incidents have increased since the outbreak of the Iran War. The United States has also experienced a noticeable uptick in attempted attacks and federal investigations into extremist activity. While the motives and affiliations of individual attackers vary, a growing number of national security analysts, former intelligence officials, and members of Congress argue that the Biden administration’s border and immigration policies have created conditions that increase the risk of attacks by foreign terror networks. Let’s take a look. Terror-related Incidents... Read more

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2026-03-11T13:53:23-04:00

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Lent: A Season of Holy Awareness

Last updated on: March 11, 2026 at 1:53 pm By Dennis McIntyre

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Lent is the Church’s annual call to return to the center—to stand before the mystery that defines our faith. We are not simply remembering events from long ago, but allowing the saving work of Christ to shape us now. We are now officially in the second half of our Lenten Season. Let’s take a look. The Lenten Practice Lent is not a season of spiritual scarcity. It is a season of sharpened sight. The Church invites us to slow down,... Read more

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2026-03-10T18:38:41-04:00

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The Curing of the Blind Man on the Sabbath

Last updated on: March 10, 2026 at 6:38 pm By Dennis McIntyre

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The gospel reading for this Sunday is the “Curing of the Blind Man on the Sabbath.” This Sunday, March 14, 2026, is the Fourth Sunday of Lent. The gospel is from the book of John. Let’s take a look at the readings. Gospel Text –John 9:1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38 “As Jesus passed by, he saw a man blind from birth. He spat on the ground and made clay with the saliva, and smeared the clay on his eyes, and said... Read more

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2026-03-10T10:34:57-04:00

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Operation Epic Fury: A Just War?

Last updated on: March 10, 2026 at 10:34 am By Dennis McIntyre

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On the morning of February 28, 2026, President Trump approved the launch of Operation Epic Fury. Air strikes from U.S. and Israeli fighter jets began to pummel Iranian government and military sites. Negotiations with Iran to suspend its nuclear weapons ambitions have been ongoing for months with no significant progress. This was the justification for the attack. Is there a concept of a “just war,” and if so, does this qualify? Let’s take a look. What Defines a Just War?... Read more

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