Monthly Archives: March 2025

The Self As Protagonist

In the quiet moments between sleep and wakefulness, as consciousness gradually resurfaces, there exists a fleeting period where we must remind ourselves who we are. For a brief instant, before memory and identity snap into place, we exist in a … Continue reading

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On Poor Integration Between Periphery and Core in Religious Institutions

Religious institutions, including churches, often face challenges in integrating their peripheral members, communities, and branches with the central leadership and core structures. This disconnect can result from various structural, cultural, and logistical factors, weakening the institution’s unity, effectiveness, and outreach. … Continue reading

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A Modest Proposal For The Development Of A Social Media Application For The Deaf Community

Last Sabbath, a deacon in our congregation asked me about my thoughts about AI as well as about the possibility of developing an application for the deaf community (we have a deaf member in our congregation, it should be noted, … Continue reading

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Stores As Display Centers

Have you noticed that many stores put out their worst items and save the best for when you shop for them online? If you do, you’re not alone. This is a common issue, and there are a few key reasons … Continue reading

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Preface: The Elusive Spark

I wanted to share something I am working on, to see what you all think of it. Dear readers, let me know what you think about this: When does a war begin? The question seems simple enough, yet history teaches … Continue reading

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DOGE And The Logistics Of The Cold Civil War

The notion of a “cold” civil war in the United States typically refers to a deep, non-violent ideological divide characterized by political polarization, cultural clashes, and competing visions for the nation’s future. Denying government grants and funding to left-wing causes, … Continue reading

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The Practice of Lent in the Roman Catholic Church: Origins, Significance, and Opposition

A Romantic Catholic person on X asked why it is that people are opposed to the idea of Lent. My short answer is that it is a heathen unbiblical tradition. Getting good and firm information about it online, though, is … Continue reading

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