According to the first online dictionary that comes up with a Google Search [the extent of my research], the first definition of “perversion” is the following: “the alteration of something from its original course, meaning, or state to a distortion or corruption of what was first intended.” It is only the second definition that references…… Continue reading Recent Perversions
Category: Jesus
Shitholes, the Cross and the Flag
One of the things that anyone who is fortunate enough to have a sabbatical experiences [and believe me, I know how fortunate I am to have a sabbatical] is the pleasure of digging into “the stack.” You know what I mean–that tall stack of reading material that you have been putting off until ‘sometime’–Christmas break,…… Continue reading Shitholes, the Cross and the Flag
"Queer" Jesus–a Sermon
So, I don’t usually post my sermons on my blog–mostly because I don’t really think they are “post-worthy” and because I think it is always a little strange to read a sermon: they are meant to be preached & heard, after all. But, I’m making an exception this week & posting the sermon I just…… Continue reading "Queer" Jesus–a Sermon