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A Model Prayer: Lift Every Voice and Sing
The following is a sermon preached by Rev. Nathan Dell based on the text of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” by James Weldon Johnson, Hymn #339 in Glory to God. Two widely known prayers that are often set to music … Continue reading
God is a Dreamer, Too
This reflection for common ground was written as a part of the Ignatian Solidarity Networks Fall Call for Immigration Reform. Texts: Leviticus 25:23 Deuteronomy 10:17-19 Matthew 2:13-23 Our God is a dreamer. Josephs life has been turned upside down in … Continue reading
Memorial Meditation for the Funeral of William W. Scranton
A Meditation given by Rev. Fred D. Milligan, Jr., at the memorial service of William W. Scranton, held August 14, 2013, at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Scranton, PA. Mr. Scranton was a devout Presbyterian and influential Republican politician who served … Continue reading
The Gospel from Black Elk
Prayer of Black Elk Lean to hear my feeble voice. At the center of the sacred hoop You have said that I should make the tree to bloom. With tears running, O Great Spirit, my Grandfather, With running eyes I … Continue reading