Monthly Archives: December 2016

A New Year’s Resolution: Be like a Recovering Alcoholic on the Indian Road

Posted on December 30, 2016 by Bob Bjerkaas

I am not a psychologist or a medical doctor.  I am what the old Puritans would term a “physician of souls.” Vocationally I am a pastor.  Avocationally, I coach lacrosse. In both cases, I am focused on helping people change … Continue reading →

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A Tenth Century English Christmas

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Bob Bjerkaas

This past Spring I stumbled across a great find in my good friend’s used bookshop.  It was a well-worn, expertly highlighted edition of Jackson Campbell’s highly regarded translation of the Advent antiphons from the Exeter Book.[1]  Intending to read it this … Continue reading →

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