Christian Chronicle

Cats in purses and other funny pulpit moments

Cats in purses and other funny pulpit moments: Preachers across the nation recall humorous experiences.  Decades ago, James O. Maxwell preached a sermon at the Lawrence and Marder Church of Christ in Dallas on trusting in God. One woman in the predominantly black congregation became quite emotional. “Oh, you better hush your mouth!” the sister proclaimed. “Hush your mouth! You better hush!” The message touched another … Continue reading Cats in purses and other funny pulpit moments

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Religion Unplugged

June 2015: GetReligion

Prodigal son Josh Hamilton’s return to the Texas Rangers: What role is faith playing? Published June 2. That story on a Southern Baptist church’s sunset? Yes, it’s ‘really sweet,’ but it falls short journalism-wise. Published June 3. A New Hampshire woman’s passion for helping Syrians: Can you spot the religion ghosts? Published June 4. Hypothetical question: What would happen if a religion news critic had … Continue reading June 2015: GetReligion

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The Ross News

Josh Hamilton’s return to Texas, and a selfie taken by my daughter

“Take me out to the ball game” is my blog on major-league ballparks and the wonders of witnessing America’s favorite pastime up close.

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By Bobby Ross Jr.

ARLINGTON, Texas — Any night at the ballpark is a wonderful night.

But last night at Globe Life Park, I had the privilege of witnessing Josh Hamilton’s return to Texas:

I left my iPhone in my minivan, so I couldn’t chronicle my experience live.

On the other hand, I was able to soak in the ballpark atmosphere — the bright green grass, the flags blowing in the breeze, the peanut and cotton candy vendors — without feeling a need to post on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram every half-hour.

But my daughter, Kendall, did take a selfie with her brother Brady and me that I tweeted after the game. I’ve trained her well! (My other son, Keaton, was there, too, but he happily avoided the sister paparazzi):

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Religion Unplugged

There’s cheese, but where’s religious beef in story on Scott Walker and Paul Ryan?

There’s cheese, but where’s religious beef in @NYTimes story on @GovWalker, @RepPaulRyan?: http://t.co/eneN8Vz3XO pic.twitter.com/RSSAtEf8SA — GetReligion (@GetReligion) May 14, 2015 This analysis of media coverage appears online at GetReligion.org. Continue reading There’s cheese, but where’s religious beef in story on Scott Walker and Paul Ryan?

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Christian Chronicle

A church for the broken and hurting

A church for the broken and hurting (reporting from Fort Worth, Texas): In urban Fort Worth, a 123-year-old congregation enjoys a spiritual revival as it ministers to wounded souls.  FORT WORTH, Texas — Some in the group have been sober for years. Others measure recovery in days, not weeks. A few still smell like alcohol. To measure the heartbeat of the Southside Church of Christ, go to … Continue reading A church for the broken and hurting

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