Madre's Missives

There's no denying that we live in a world where "stuff" happens. We see it everywhere, we really can't get away from it. If we look at it long enough, and it draws us in and it's simply overwhelming. It consumes us, and we are driven to despair. I was born a "disfigured" child with a cleft lip. I know all about rape. My son was unwanted. What words of comfort do

I am listening to Fallen Evanescence Release Date: 04 March, 2003

ELCA Council Recommends Interim Agreement With Methodists
05-073-JB

CHICAGO (ELCA) -- The Church Council of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) recommended that the 2005 ELCA Churchwide Assembly approve a

I am listening to Losing My Religion/Shiny Happy People R.E.M. Release Date: 27 May, 1993

Over on the Higher Things forums, I've been asked to explain myself ;)

You know those tests school counselors make you take from time to time that supposedly help guide you into different careers?  EVERY single one I took, I got "Priest", "Rabbi", "Nun", "Pastor".  Once I got

I am watching Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood (Widescreen) Release Date: 14 September, 2004

Congratulations to the Rev. Dr. Robert D. Preus 2005 National Free Conference Confessional Lutheran Pastor of the Year!

This annual award is given in recognition of a lifetime of faithfulness and conviction to

I am listening to Barney Boogie Barney Release Date: 09 March, 2004

The nominee to become the next Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner indicated at a confirmation hearing yesterday that the FDA will approve over-the-counter status for emergency contraception (EC). "The science part is generally done," said Lester M. Crawford, who is currently serving as acting commission of the FDA, according to the Washington Post. "We're

I am listening to Achtung Baby U2 Release Date: 19 November, 1991