Tag Archives: United Church

Moving Soon

The closing date on our new home is 15th April and with all the dreadful weather of late the moving time has crept up on me. With the move looming I have mixed emotions, in some ways I’m glad to … Continue reading

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The Nazi King

I watched a TV show yesterday titled the Nazi King. Edward 8th who became King in 1936 and later abdicated to marry Wallace Simpson is a huge story. Only recently have sealed documents been released concerning Edward and Simpson. Edward … Continue reading

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Strong Reasons to Boycott Sochi

This is an open letter sent to British PM David Cameron and the IOC. It is certainly worth sharing. Dear Prime Minister, M Rogge, Lord Coe and Members of the International Olympic Committee, I write in the earnest hope that … Continue reading

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Boycott The Sochi Olympics

This is a huge issue but as always it is gathering the usual rhetoric from politicians, particularly in the US. Obama has not ruled out a boycott but many voices are saying it will do no good. I hasn’t worked … Continue reading

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The Sash me Father Wore!!!!!!

Oh Dear!!! its the 12th July again, to some that would just mean another summer day. To many protestants of Ulster it is a very important day. A day to rub the noses of Catholic’s in the dirt. The commemoration … Continue reading

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Interpretation of the Bible

Everyone has a right to an opinion and everyone else should respect that right. Sadly that is not always the case and is particularly evident in the question of the church and gays. Not all churches shun people because of … Continue reading

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Recovering!!

Today was my first day back in church since my operation. It was nice to be back and I was very moved to receive so many kind comments from members of the congregation. I continue walking every day and of … Continue reading

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Disgrace in Little Pond-Part Two

In my last post on this subject I had mentioned that some church denominations should refrain from condemning Gays and Lesbians as sinners. At the time I made that statement I never imagined that a church/churches were actually involved. However, … Continue reading

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