Monthly Archives: April 2020

I’m Working!

Posted on April 28, 2020 by smaxreisert

In the midst of all of the difficulties, uncertainties and unpleasantness of the current pandemic, one of the more minor issues, yet still a persistent one, is that I find myself being asked, one way or another, about what I’m … Continue reading →

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Easter Worship, In Captivity

Posted on April 16, 2020 by smaxreisert

The word that continues to loom large in my head, when I think of worship in this time of pandemic is the word “weird.”  It’s not an uncommon word, to be sure, and it’s not a terribly good word.  And, … Continue reading →

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A Not So Good Good Friday

Posted on April 10, 2020 by smaxreisert

We are well into our “stay at home” order that Maine’s Governor put into place April 2nd.  At Old South, we have been holding worship services, meetings and other gatherings online.  This new format isn’t perfect, but it has offered … Continue reading →

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Reflections on Hosanna

Posted on April 6, 2020 by smaxreisert

Homily for April 5, 2020, Palm Sunday                                                                    … Continue reading →

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Not Counting Pets (or puppets)

Posted on April 1, 2020 by smaxreisert

And those who ate were about five thousand men, not counting women and children.        Matthew 14:21 Old South has now held two online worship services, one on March 22 and the other this past Sunday, March 29.  … Continue reading →

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