Monthly Archives: December 2012

Oh Come, Emmanuel

Posted on December 10, 2012 by Tom Bolton

Oh Come, Emmanuel Thanks to Pastor Scott Chrostek for posting a link to this music.

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Remembering John

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Tom Bolton

I have been remembering my old friend John. John, in Days Gone Far Away This John seemed like some harsh philosopher when I first met him hiking home in sixty-nine. In those early days, I rarely saw him smile. But … Continue reading →

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I Hunger

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Tom Bolton

I am repeating a poem from last August. I Hunger Away from the paths I usually walk, I hunger. My mind clear, grains green all around me, I open my heart, my mind, my soul today. Fill me up. (C) … Continue reading →

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Christmas Tithe

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Tom Bolton

Christmas Tithe Jim Wallis has written this month on Christmas giving: Religion is far too judgmental. Surveys show that many people think that, especially a new generation of young people who — more than ever before — are checking the … Continue reading →

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