Author Archives: Skippy R

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.

Evangelical Boomers struggling with strange fixation

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Skippy R

A Gallup poll this month reveals a silent buzz kill among aging Evangelical Boomers. More than 47 percent of male evangelicals suffer from a form of Amy Grant fixation. Recovery and support groups have formed in many larger cities, spurred … Continue reading →

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‘Pastors Without Boundaries’ ends ministry

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Skippy R

It was a sad day at Pastors Without Boundaries headquarters in New York, as the renowned non-profit ended its 30-year worldwide ministry Sept. 1. Originally bustling with dedicated workaholic chaplains and ministers, the staff had dwindled to just two, and … Continue reading →

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Rick Perry Devotional: You’ll never know I was there

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Skippy R

“Before honor comes humility” (Proverbs 15:33).  When I announced my run for president, I promised to “work every day to try to make Washington, D.C., as inconsequential in your life as I can.” And I can do it. Just look … Continue reading →

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“Western heritage’ gets new twist at Cowboys & Aliens church

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Skippy R

Many in this congregation have never set a booted foot inside a church before. Others are relatively new to our planet. That’s the way Ed Stearns likes it. He’s pastor of the new Cowboys & Aliens Church on the outskirts … Continue reading →

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Rick Perry Devotional: I am not Jesus, I am second

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Skippy R

Editor’s Note: Gov. Perry is our guest devotional writer. “Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good” (Psalm 107:1).  I’m bubbling over with thanksgiving today, and a little bit humbled. Evangelist Rick Scarborough and his Vision America “Patriot … Continue reading →

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