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Author Archives: smaxreisert
O Say Can You See
The national anthem of the United States begins with a call for sight. Strictly speaking, the anthem paints the picture of a torn and battered flag of stars and stripes, waving majestically through a fierce battle. I think the call … Continue reading
On Essentialness
“The governors need to do the right thing and allow these very important, essential places of faith to open right now for this weekend.” –– President Trump, May 22, 2020 (as quoted in the New York Times) Now that we are … Continue reading
The Strange Case of the Unpopular Bible Study
In my long tenure as Pastor and Teacher at Old South, Bible study groups have never been especially well-attended. Over the years, I’ve led short-term as well as long-term groups, on a range of topics. I’ve offered studies that have … Continue reading
Posted in My Life as Pastor
Tagged Bible Study, Church during pandemic, What is a church?
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I’m Working!
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
Easter Worship, In Captivity
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
Posted in Holy-Days, Worship
Tagged Easter, Easter bonnets, online worship, resurrection, Zoom
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A Not So Good Good Friday
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
Posted in Holy-Days
Tagged COVID-19, Good Friday, O Sacred Head Now Wounded, Stay at Home
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Reflections on Hosanna
Homily for April 5, 2020, Palm Sunday … Continue reading
