When Jesus says "Be in the world not of the world" you know what that means for "Oscar Sunday" -- wacky (and surprisingly meaningful) worship in thrift store formal wear!
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Celebration
Remember Your Baptism(al Bloopers) and Be Thankful!
Why renewing our baptismal vows should include lots of laughter.
Read MoreYear End Top 10!
in Celebration, Holidays, Joy, Polyester
There's nothing better than compiling your fave experiences of JOY from the past year. Number 11 is getting to make the list!
Read MoreGood Tidings of Great Jell-o!
in Celebration, Christmas, comedy of the Bible, Food, God, Irony, Jesus, Joy, Kingdom of God, Luke
Why I finally understand the unrestrainable excitement of the shepherds that first Christmas Eve.
Read More"Oh My LORD, Bless My Bowl!"
Why Bathroom Blessings and other sacramental fun are the hope for the world.
Read MoreThe Mispronunciation is the Message! (The Comedy of Pentecost)
And you thought having to say "Zerubbubel" and "Maher-shalal-hash-baz" was hard, even though important....
Read MoreAscen-shenanigans!
in Celebration, Church, Easter, Fun, Holidays, Holy Spirit, Jesus, God, Joy, Performance of Scripture, Sin, Polyester
The Rev. "Laughing Laura" Gentry and I assembled Ascension Day worship last Sunday.... 'nuff said!
Read MoreFor God So 'Ugh'd' the World....
Did Jesus want us to find comedy in his crucifixion?
Read MoreYear End Top 10!
in Fun, Healing stories, Joy, Bible, Bible Cabaret, Celebration
Take that (probable and in any case unhelpful) scowl off your face and make a list of your 10 most joyful experiences of 2014. Here's mine....
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