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About Skippy R

Skippy R is retired after toiling as a scribe for a large denominational newspaper in Texas for about 40 years. He's written for The Wittenburg Door and Beliefnet. He lives in Dallas with his wife, Mrs. Skippy, and leads a Bible study in his home. Mostly spends time running after his grandkids. He is -- what are they calling it now? -- a Jesus follower.

Rev. Joel Osteen’s Resolutions for 2012

I resolve to be more generous. At least, I’ll tip my dental hygienist an extra $50. I will make every day a Friday, and I will be a better me. I will smile more. I will hug every single member … Continue reading

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Heartwarming Christmas story of the year

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsT-iOiO4HM From The Peace On Earth Department: Orthodox and Armenian clerics clash over the boundaries of their jurisdictions inside the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem (BBC Video).

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Top 20 things we’d like to forget from 2011

• Everything relating to Tim Tebow • Harold Camping • The Eurozone • Religious authority figures abusing children • Rick Perry’s Prayer Rally • Paula Deen • Royal weddings • Hosni Sayyid Mubarak • The Tea Party • Charlie Sheen … Continue reading

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We apologize in advance…

We’d like to apologize in advance for all of Pat Robertson’s soon to be announced predictions for the year 2012:  • Michelle Bachman will apparently NOT spontaneously combust during a Republican presidential debate in March 2012.  • Deceased North Korean … Continue reading

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Ugly Band of the Week: Newworldson

Newworldson plays “speakeasy gospel” music. That’s the band in the photo above. Apparently they just left the speakeasy and are a little “high” floating above the alley. I like the hats, and the look is clean. But there’s one thing … Continue reading

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