Category: 10 things
11/26/07 04:08 - 42ºF - ID#42287
10 rules for Christmas
1. Shop online (I'm already following this one, everything is cheaper and far less stressful)
2. Be generous (not only with gifts, but with time, and in dealing with attitudes/personalities)
3. Buy local and/or used items whenever possible.
4. Take time for prayer, for silence, and reflection.
5. Don't give any time to arguments about "keeping Christ in Christmas." (I love Jesus, don't get me wrong, but I am not going to be insulted if Target doesn't acknowledge him. It's probably better if they stick to "happy holidays," and leave my faith alone.)
6. Remember that not every person likes Christmas, and it is a particularly painful time for many, regardless of their faith.
7. Don't overindulge. Too much food and/or alcohol seems like it will make things more fun, but normally a moderate amount is better.
8. Don't forget to celebrate. Refusing to eat ONE cookie is just a ridiculous as eating 12 (and even less fun!). Christmastime is a great time to party.
9. In connecting with the people mentioned in rule 6., invite them along in ways that make them feel comfortable whether they participate or not.
10. Be merry when possible, but not if it requires faking it.
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Location: Buffalo, NY
11/21/07 11:45 - 45ºF - ID#42221
10 Things I like about Thanksgiving
2. Seeing extended family.
3. Seeing old friends.
4. A game of football or street hockey.
5. Stuffing.
6. Pumpkin Pie.
7. Not working.
8. Cable tv at Mom and Dad's house.
9. The political discussion. (always at least 4 parties represented, sometimes more)
10. Watching football.
I could probably list another 10 things, easy. Thanksgiving is great.
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Location: Buffalo, NY
Category: sermons
11/20/07 11:18 - 52ºF - ID#42212
Sneak Peak!
This is probably what next Sunday's sermon will be, unless I change it between now and then, or your comments add a particular insight.
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Location: Buffalo, NY
Category: money
11/19/07 04:11 - 41ºF - ID#42202
Goodsearch!
It may not be as powerful as google, but if you decide to make goodsearch your primary search engine, it will allow my church to raise a couple of bucks, (until Paul registers estrip with goodsearch), which I recommend. And it uses Yahoo!, so it does a pretty good job of searching.
Please go to goodsearch.com and add it to your toolbar as your primary search engine. I would love it if you made Lafayette Church the non-profit you choose to support, at least until estrip signs up.
It doesn't cost you a thing!
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Location: Buffalo, NY
Category: tv
11/16/07 10:11 - 34ºF - ID#42160
30 Rock
And I often like to watch it online, so I figure the writers, especially the brilliant ones on this show, should get a share of the online and DVD revenue.
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Location: Buffalo, NY
Category: sermons
11/15/07 05:54 - 40ºF - ID#42149
another sermon:
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Location: Buffalo, NY
Category: sports
11/15/07 12:51 - 49ºF - ID#42139
Basketball
We will start around 7:30. No cost, all are welcome.
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Location: Buffalo, NY
Category: time
11/13/07 04:07 - 52ºF - ID#42104
Not enough?
I also am thinking about our church's budget. And that would be easier if there was more money.
Of course, I know that we have exactly the right amount of time AND money, and we just have to make the choices to use them both well.
And so, when I get home tonight, around maybe 9 (after SIX separate, unrelated meetings in one day, plus too many phone calls and stress about programs and money, starting at 8am and including a lunch meeting), I will not think about this stuff anymore, and focus on relaxing with my wife.
Then we will start again on Wednesday (which should have a more normal pace)
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Location: Buffalo, NY
11/11/07 08:05 - 47ºF - ID#42082
Our trip to Toronto
Bonus points if you are the first to find my spelling error!
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Location: Buffalo, NY
Category: travel
11/10/07 11:49 - 31ºF - ID#42074
Coming soon...
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Location: Buffalo, NY
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