FReeper Canteen ~ Sunday Chapel ~ COPPERMAN ~ 28 December 2014

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[Kathy in Alaska]

 

 

 

 

COPPERMAN

While walking through San Francisco's Union Square recently I ran into Copperman. He is a street entertainer, a young actor in copper paint from head to toe, who sits motionless as people walk by on the busy street. Many stop, awe-struck to see this statue-like man. You cannot even see him breathing. People leave contributions in his copper pot in appreciation for this fine "performance".

Copperman sits for 25 minutes at a time and then takes a break. During the break he is quite animated and eagerly shares his story with his audience. He told us that it actually strains every muscle in his body trying to keep still for so long. As the clock slowly ticks, time becomes agonizing as his muscles cry out in pain, wanting the relief of moving about. In fact, about ten minutes into the "gig" you can see perspiration beads starting to streak down his face, marring the unusual make-up. The streaking becomes more noticeable and at the end of the 25 minute routine, Copperman explodes off his seat and looks as if he is ready to collapse with exhaustion. Every day is like running a marathon he said. The strain on the body from sitting still, and the mental exhaustion that goes with it, are incredible. This is not a fun job.

I have met many people who wished for the day when they could retire and "just do nothing". They dreamed of a life of complete leisure, not having to work for a living, nor having any responsibilities. Like Copperman, they contemplated a life without having to move about very much. But these people did not realize that having nothing to do can be fun for a few days, or even weeks, but after that the strain of inaction can be overpowering. Let us never have it as our goal to sit like Copperman. KEEP YOUR MIND, HEART AND SPIRIT MOVING! One of the greatest human cravings is the yearning to feel needed, useful, wanted. We must always contribute our unique talents to our families, our Marine Corps & Navy and the world around us. Let us all give freely of our God-given talents and bless others with those great gifts!

Chaplain Mitch Schranz

 

[ConorMacNessa]

Good evening, ML!

A Blessed Lord's Day to you!

As you know, the sacrifice of the Holy Innocents resonates deeply with me. Did not know that about St. Jerome.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Prayers for our troops, veterans, families, allies, friends, and Canteeners
for a safe and peaceful week ahead.

[Kathy in Alaska]

He Who blessed our forefathers Abraham, Isaac and Jacob - may He bless the fighters of the Israel Defense Force, who stand guard over our land and the cities of our G-d from the border of the Lebanon to the desert of Egypt, and from the Great Sea unto the approach of the Aravah, on the land, in the air, and on the sea.

May HASHEM cause the enemies who rise up against us to be struck down before them. May the Holy One, Blessed is He, preserve and rescue our fighting men from every trouble and distress and from every plague and illness, and may He send blessing and success in their every endeavor.

May He lead our enemies under their sway and may He grant them salvation and crown them with victory. And may there be fulfilled for them the verse: For it is Hashem, your G-d, Who goes with you to battle your enemies for you to save you.

G-d bless and keep your children safe, Alouette.

[ConorMacNessa]

Thanks very much, Kathy!

I did not sing particularly well at Midnight Mass - no major mistakes, but my voice is in sad shape. I was in falsetto much of the time and never really felt comfortable.

I probably will not sing at Midnight Mass again - at least, until my physical condition improves substantially.

We didn't work on the fence today - I slid in the mud yesterday and put my back out. Should be able to finish the gate tomorrow.

[luvie]

Vocal Majority~Deep River

St Olaf Choir~Holy, Holy, Holy

Glad~Arise My Soul, Arise

Cathedrals~Thanks To Calvary.wma

Providence~He Is Ever Over Me.wma

Statler Brothers~More Than A Name

Trevecca Madrgalians~It Is Well With My Soul

Have a blessed Sunday

[ConorMacNessa]

I'm watching Judge Jeanine - talking about Islamic genocide. Compelling!

[luvie]

Gosh, that sermon is why I’m still working when I could be retired! I visualize sitting around the house and I know I’d go nuts! Not to mention, my hubby retired early and he would be here all the time...and I visualize a divorce. ROFL! Just kidding!

Great thread, Kathy! (((hugs)))

[left that other site]

I LOVE that Lady!

She reminds me of another lady Judge.

Named Deborah.

[The Mayor]

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Is Jesus Still Here?

December 28, 2014

Read: Romans 8:31-39

[Nothing] shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. —Romans 8:38-39

Bible in a Year:
Zechariah 5-8; Revelation 19

Ted Robertson’s home in Colorado was one of more than 500 destroyed by the Black Forest Fire in June 2013. When he was allowed to return and sift through the ash and rubble, he was hoping to find a precious family heirloom made by his wife—a tiny ceramic figurine of baby Jesus about the size of a postage stamp. As he searched the charred remains of their home, he kept wondering, “Is the baby Jesus still here?”

When our lives are rocked by disappointment and loss, we may wonder if Jesus is still here with us. The Bible’s answer is a resounding Yes! “Neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come . . . shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Rom. 8:38-39).

In a corner of what used to be his garage, Ted Robertson discovered the burned remnants of a nativity scene and there he found the baby Jesus figurine undamaged by the flames. He told KRDO NewsChannel 13, “[We’ve] gone from apprehension to hope . . . that we’re going to recover some parts of our life that we thought were lost.”

Is Jesus still here? He is indeed, and that is the everlasting wonder of Christmas.

When all around me is darkness
And earthly joys have flown,
My Savior whispers His promise
Never to leave me alone. —Anon.

If you know Jesus, you’ll never walk alone.

Insight

In today’s reading, Paul affirms the security the believer has in Christ (vv.31-35). God protects us (v.31), saves us (v.32), and no longer condemns us (vv.33-34). He also assures us that we are safe, secure, and victorious in Christ’s great love (vv.35,37,39). No wonder Paul triumphantly declares, “We are more than conquerors through Him who loved us” (v.37).

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Janey...((HUGS))...party night? A block party? Out in the street?

Shavua Tov and a Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours.

[left that other site]

We have a bunch of holy innocents in our own contemporary time.

I really like St. Jerome. Latin was the “Vulgate’, or the language of the common people. By his translating of the Scriptures into Latin, he was giving it directly to US!

Now, Latin is no longer commonly used, except in Medicine, Law, and Religion, but the idea of translating God’s Word into contemporary languages continues to this day.

http://www.seetheholyland.net/st-jeromes-cave/

I have about 8 different translations which I rotate through.

[ConorMacNessa]

"We have a bunch of holy innocents in our own contemporary time."

Indeed! That is why their sacrifice resonates so strongly in me.

[Kathy in Alaska]

LOL! You are having too much fun with your grandkiddies.

A Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours, Sand...((HUGS))

Are you still in Phoenix? Nate enjoying his wagon? Pulling Maddi and brother?

[left that other site]

Amen.

[SandRat]

A Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours, Kathy...((HUGS))

Still in Phoenix, but leave in he morning for home. Nate enjoys his wagon. Pulling Maddie, but brother brother is to little yet.

[ConorMacNessa]

I'd like to learn Aramaic so I could weigh in with authority on these disputes and changes in language. I don't think I'll be able to do that in the time remaining.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, EX...a Blessed Lord’s Day to you and yours.

Thank you for the prayers for our troops.

[left that other site]

probably not. I just started with Koine Greek.

I thought it would be a breeze since I was able to teach myself Russian.

But That was a Half-Century ago.

I taught myself to read music.

But that was 10 years ago.

It’s not so easy nowadays. I can’t seem to find those brain cells I misplaced.

[Kathy in Alaska]

LOL! Boring is a necessary day at times. I’m ready for one.

Tomorrow I must venture out and start the search for a “lift” chair for my Mom. She’s having trouble getting out of her lounge chair. Then I have to start the search for a scooter or electric wheelchair. Her mobility is really going downhill.

[ConorMacNessa]

She (Judge Jeanine) was great in the opening - after that - I thought she let alot go by - there is no equivalence between Christianity and Islam, IMO. They raise the Crusades - malapropos - the Crusades were defensive campaigns waged to stop the relentless, bloodthirsty growth of Islam throughout the then-known world.