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DEBATE HELD ON CHRISTIAN NATIONALISM, PRAYER BREAKFAST
Religious communities across the United States are watching closely as the annual National Prayer Breakfast becomes a focal point for …
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2/12/26
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Because I am 65, I remember things my younger readers cannot. I thought it might be interesting to see if you are familiar with these old advertising slogans from the last century. Some are easy, …
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By Tim Richards
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2/12/26
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As this goes to print, Ash Wednesday will be observed next week, February 18. For many, this is a significant day of observance, as Christians enter the season of Lent. Lent is a season comprised of …
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By Paul Winningham, retired pastor
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2/12/26
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Boris Cornfeld was a Jewish physician from Russia. No one knows exactly how he ended up in a Gulag, the Soviet prison system that frequently imprisoned political prisoners. Thousands were sent there …
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Tim Richards, Concord Church
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2/5/26
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Choices. We make choices from the time we get up in the morning to the time we go to bed at night. Not all choices are equal. Not all are easy.
Let’s spend some time thinking about all the …
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Ronald Ramson, St. Mary's of the Barrens
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2/5/26
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“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it” (Proverbs 22:6, ESV).
Those are the words engraved on the back of the sign outside Immanuel …
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1/29/26
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John O’Leary’s fantastic book, In Awe, contains a story from when he was 10 years old. A year earlier, John barely survived a fire that burned 100 percent of his body. His burns were so severe …
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1/29/26
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Philip Yancey is my all-time favorite author. His books have deepened my theology and helped shape my ministry for years. His incredible book, The Jesus I Never Knew, won both the Gold Medallion Book …
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Tim Richards, Concord Church
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1/22/26
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VISA CHANGES AIM TO HELP CHURCHES KEEP CLERGY
A new rule announced by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security is expected to ease long visa delays for religious workers serving congregations …
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1/22/26
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A statement announcing that “You are blessed” may evoke a variety of reactions. It may bring joy to some, nonchalance to others, or even annoyance. Some may find themselves rolling their eyes and …
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Chris Seah, Brazeau Presbyterian
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1/22/26
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As many of you who read my articles know, I like to draw some spirituality from old popular songs. Today, I want to do this with a hit song from 2006, sung by Rascal Flatts — My Wish. The …
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By Ronald Ramson, St. Mary's of the Barrens
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12/25/25
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John Blase told the story of college sweethearts Ashton and Austin Samuelson in his Nov. 1, 2020, Our Daily Bread devotional. After the two committed followers of Jesus graduated from a Christian …
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By Columnist Tim Richards, Concord Church
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12/25/25
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Christmas is celebrated in countless ways across the globe, yet at its heart remains a shared proclamation of faith: the birth of Jesus Christ, the light of the world. While customs, music, and food …
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For The Republic-Monitor
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12/25/25
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I want to talk to you about the mother of Jesus, my spiritual mother, and my great friend… Mary.
I have in my possession a copy of The National Geographic magazine. On its cover is …
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Fr. Ronald Ramson, St. Mary's of The Barrens
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10/9/25
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The public is invited to attend the annual Fall Service at Friedenberg Hill of Peace Lutheran Historical Site, located at 510 Perry County Road 304, on Sunday, Oct. 12, at 3 p.m.
This …
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For The Republic-Monitor
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10/9/25
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A Danish study has found that individuals over 40 tend to imagine themselves as being 20 percent younger than they actually are. Kenneth Peterson wrote about this in his April 7, 2025, Our Daily …
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10/9/25
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In today’s world. a lot is said about our leaders. It never ceases to amaze me how so many people can be for and so many against anyone who is any kind of leader. Just recently we lost to the …
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By John Chamness, Family Worship Center
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10/2/25
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The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in Perryville will host several fall activities next week:
SATURDAY, OCT. 4: ROSARY FOR LIFE (9:30 A.M.) Participants should gather at the …
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For The Republic-Monitor
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10/2/25
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Take the following quiz to see if you can correctly identify statements and facts that are found in the Bible. In the blank before each statement or fact, place a “Y” for yes if you …
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Tim Richards, Concord Church
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10/2/25
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Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. — Ephesians 6:10- 11 (ESV)
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8/28/25
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Concord Church’s pastors led the congregation through a summer sermon series on the Fruit of the Spirit this year. I closed the series last Sunday with a message on …
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8/28/25
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Dear Friends,
On the left side of my door, there’s a set of blocks that spell the word FAITH.
Every time I pass by the door, I am reminded that FAITH is the first of the Theological …
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Fr. Ronald Ramson, St. Mary’s Of The Barrens
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8/21/25
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A retired Vincentian priest from Perryville is receiving national attention after his latest book, Put Your Hands into Hers: Mary, Our Life, Our Sweetness, and Our Hope , was named one of the …
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By Kevin Jenkins
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Three decades ago, researchers conducted a study on the habits that destroy marriages. Their extensive research examined decades of couples’ relationships and studied the way couples related …
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Rev. Tim Richards, Concord Church
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8/21/25
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This column is appearing on June 19, now recognized as ‘Juneteenth National Independence Day.’
That was not a holiday I grew up with, and maybe the same is true for you. Needing …
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Dr. Paul Winningham, retired pastor
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6/19/25
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