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2013-05-02T22:13:56-04:00

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Slow of speech and tongue — reflections on being an introvert and the book Quiet

Last updated on: May 2, 2013 at 10:13 pm By Phil Fox Rose

As an introvert, I am restored and recharged by time alone, and depleted, often in an acceptable way, by time with others. I will hold back if I have nothing to contribute, while an extrovert will push forward just to be in the mix. Susan Cain's remarkable book Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking looks at how introverts have been short-changed in the social politics of the industrial and information ages, but how their distinct qualities are needed in the society emerging in the 21st century. I look at her book and reflect on my own spiritual journey as an introvert. Read more

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2015-01-15T08:45:10-05:00

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Valentine’s Day is not for me — Is it for anyone?

Last updated on: January 15, 2015 at 8:45 am By Phil Fox Rose

Valentine's Day is for those courting, maybe. It's probably not for people already in relationships. It's definitely not National Friendship Day for friends, family, coworkers and random people you meet. And it's not for me. At least not this year. Also, I take a look at the holiday's religious roots embellished by the myth-weaving advocates of courtly love in the Middle Ages. Read more

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2014-03-02T07:28:26-05:00

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Mardi Gras, pancakes and a new tradition

Last updated on: March 2, 2014 at 7:28 am By Phil Fox Rose

I consider turning a one-time thing into a new Mardi Gras tradition... Read more

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2013-07-19T21:31:05-04:00

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A few thoughts on Benedict and the next pope

Last updated on: July 19, 2013 at 9:31 pm By Phil Fox Rose

It's fun to speculate about who will be the next pope. But normally there's a bit of a taboo about that because you are talking about the current pope dying. Not this time. By resigning Pope Benedict is taking the naughtiness out of that game. Here are my first thoughts about on Pope Benedict and what's next. Read more

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2019-03-07T17:06:55-05:00

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What Are You Giving Up for Lent?

Last updated on: March 7, 2019 at 5:06 pm By Phil Fox Rose

Here's my Lenten challenge to you: Make a commitment to abstain from something you may have a compulsive relationship with starting Ash Wednesday and continuing for the duration of Lent until Easter. Not the rest of your life. Just about six weeks. You might discover you like your life better without it. Read more

2013-05-13T12:54:33-04:00

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My Sermon on the Sermon on the Plain (my first sermon!)

Last updated on: May 13, 2013 at 12:54 pm By Phil Fox Rose

I'd like to share my first ever sermon, preached recently at St. Lydia's, on the Sermon on the Plain -- the lesser known parallel to the Sermon on the Mount -- in which I attempt to outline the core of Jesus' teaching. Read more

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2013-01-21T00:54:01-05:00

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Swearing on the Bible and picking pray-ers — arguments over inaugural symbolism

Last updated on: January 21, 2013 at 12:54 am By Phil Fox Rose

Should inaugurals be free of religious symbols? Opportunities for inclusion of minority religions? Or just reflect the religion of the president being inaugurated? Navigating the competing views is a minefield in today's heated world of religion and politics. Read more

Politics

2015-01-15T08:57:46-05:00

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Can John Galliano — in recovery and contrite — be forgiven?

Last updated on: January 15, 2015 at 8:57 am By Phil Fox Rose

Is there life for high fashion's ultimate bad boy John Galliano after his anti-Semitic remarks were caught on video a few years ago? After two years of recovery and public statements of contrition, we'll soon see. He'll be at New York Fashion Week next month, with the help of old friends Oscar de la Renta and Vogue editor Anna Wintour. Read more

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2013-01-16T00:55:36-05:00

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Britain’s Leading Evangelical Steve Chalke Endorses Same-sex Unions and More [VIDEO]

Last updated on: January 16, 2013 at 12:55 am By Phil Fox Rose

Britain's most prominent evangelical, Steve Chalke, has publicly thrown himself and his entire megachurch organization behind same-sex unions, and acceptance of homosexuals generally, insisting his view is compatible with his evangelical faith and scripturally sound. Watch the video and read excerpts of his statement here. Read more

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2015-01-15T09:08:15-05:00

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7 Questions to Ask Yourself When You’re Late

Last updated on: January 15, 2015 at 9:08 am By Phil Fox Rose

If you tend to be late for things, the best way to change -- the only way to change permanently -- is to change interiorly. Here's a tool that might help. When you are late, reflect on these 7 questions and whether any of them are true for you. Read more

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