Graduation should be a time to celebrate the accomplishments of students, but these ceremonies have already turned into a “warzone” four times—plus one close call with an armed parent/relative—so far this spring.
Cape Girardeau, MO: Two people were shot during a Sunday afternoon high school graduation when a dispute between adults at the concession stand escalated into a shooting (May 19). The crowd evacuated the building, the remainder of the ceremony was cancelled, and classes were also cancelled the following day.
Dear friends and supporters:
Inquirers sometimes ask me, “Can you point me to one text in the Bible that proves postmillennialism.”
I answer, “Start with Genesis 1:1.”
This is not glib snark. It’s precisely where one begins to prove the kingdom of God in Christ extends gradually in time and history and is consummated at Christ’s Second Coming ushering in the eternal state. The Second Coming does not reverse a severe spiritual decline.
Warning: if you’re not a fan of dogs doing naughty things while their humans look on dotingly, turn away now. I understand. And I also apologize if it bothers you: and confess, I am a bit indulgent when it comes to my doggies. Likely many of you won’t think their antics as adorable and lovable as I do. So, I promise: next week’s newsletter will not mention D O Gs at all.
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New York Times bestselling author and former CNN political analyst Kirsten Powers joins us to discuss her history of chronic fatigue and illness, her experience with dubious diagnoses and wild wellness treatments, what she discovered about the true causes of her issues, how disordered eating helped mask and exacerbate her symptoms, how she’s rethought her relationship with work in general and her own past work in particular, her viral post “The way we live in the United States is not normal” and her decision to move to Italy, and more.
Herb Sundays 95:Amedeo Pace (Apple, Spotify, Tidal, Amazon).
Art by Michael Cina.
“I have been making these playlists at home which focus mostly on soundtracks and songs that calm me. Through them, it has been really fun and inspiring to learn about music I have never heard before. I have always been curious about film scores and how different instruments are used to create textures and emotions. I hope you can enjoy this playlist I made.