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Reflections by Michael J. Scholtes, Author / Pastor / Speaker
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For about two or three hours last Friday evening, I was in constant, desperate prayer. I was overwhelmed with anxiety, to the point of tears. My repeated prayer was this: “Please God, please, don’t make me bishop.” I’ll tell you how I got there, and how God answered that prayer.…
● Latest Articles
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What’s So New About Life? (Sermon)
This is an adapted version of the sermon I preached this morning, the Fourth Sunday after Epiphany. It was also the third week of our…
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Living Words (Sermon)
This is an adapted form of the sermon I preached this morning, the Third Sunday after Epiphany. The Gospel reading was Luke 4:14-21. Happy Anniversary!…
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Lots and Lots of Wine (Sermon)
This is an adapted form of the sermon I preached this morning, the Second Sunday after Epiphany. The Gospel reading was John 2:1-11. Happy Anniversary!…
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Henry’s Woods (A Pinewood Men Film)
It’s been a long time since I posted a video here. This is the newest offering from the experimental film studio Pinewood Men. (Pinewood Men,…
● 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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