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Reflections by Michael J. Scholtes, Author / Pastor / Speaker
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It’s the middle of autumn. November. A wintry wind has been whirling around my world the last week or so. This wind knocked the power out twice within a week, which was less than pleasant for me. A power outage is a very reliable trigger for me, one that ramps…
● Latest Articles
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What I Didn’t Say to You at a Funeral
Last week, I had the honor of officiating at a graveside funeral. It was simple. The family wanted only the simplest form of funeral –…
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The Firstborn of Creation? (Easter Sermon)
This is an adapted form of the sermon I preached this morning, the Resurrection of Our Lord. The gospel text was Luke 24:1-12. Last Sunday,…
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Who Am I in the Face of the Cross? (Good Friday Sermon)
This is an adapted form of the sermon I preached tonight, Good Friday. The gospel text was John 18:1 — 19:42. On Sunday, we heard…
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For You (Maundy Thursday sermon)
This is an adapted form of the sermon I preached this evening, Maundy Thursday. The gospel text was John 13:1-17, 31b-35. I also refer to…
● About Me
I’m Michael, the author of this blog. I search for meaning through walking labyrinths, through exploring my Christian faith and my experience of depression, through preaching, and through writing about it for you.
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