Monthly Archives: November 2008

Living in Synonyms

Posted on November 25, 2008 by The Rev. Ryan Wiksell

If you’re going to get involved in this post-modern ministry stuff, you might as well accept that you’re gonna have to learn a new language. Don’t bother complaining… unless you’re reaching out to the same people you grew up with, … Continue reading →

Posted in communication, culture, post-modernism, words | 5 Comments

In Memory of Casey Jeffers

Posted on November 19, 2008 by The Rev. Ryan Wiksell

Update (12/9/08) – Since posting this, I have received a few comments that took issue with the conclusion that Casey Jeffers was neglected or unloved, and I’m absolutely sure they are right. As one commenter aptly stated, just because there … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 10 Comments

The Story Has a Middle

Posted on November 15, 2008 by The Rev. Ryan Wiksell

If there’s one book I’ve started and finished more than any other, it’s The Cross and the Switchblade, by David Wilkerson. I recall the first time clearly; reading about the author’s refuge for troubled teens in the ghettos of Brooklyn, … Continue reading →

Posted in autobiography, front porch | 16 Comments

Turkey vs. Reindeer

Posted on November 12, 2008 by The Rev. Ryan Wiksell

A few days ago my friend Ben Johnson (profile name: Ben Jay) started a group on Facebook called “Advertise Thanksgiving”. I would link you to it, but I don’t know how to link to a Facebook group. Here are a … Continue reading →

Posted in culture, social justice | 10 Comments

Obamamerica

Posted on November 5, 2008 by The Rev. Ryan Wiksell

Yesterday morning, before dawn, my wife and I waited in line for 45 minutes to vote. I will tell you now that we both cast our ballots for president, although neither of us voted for Obama, or McCain. Yesterday evening, … Continue reading →

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Rock the Vote… Today’s the Day!

Posted on November 1, 2008 by The Rev. Ryan Wiksell

OK, here we go. Six months in the planning, but Rock the Vote is today! The promotion was great, the food will be great, the bands will be great… we’ve had a few distressing cancellations, but nothing to freak out … Continue reading →

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