General (Ret) John P. Abizaid, when asked about where the US stands in the boiling Middle East calderone, admits "Unfortunately, we have lost ground." He cited the increase of "the ideological movement, the geographic dispersion of Islamic extremism, the number of terror attacks, the number of people swearing allegiance, and the ground they hold." What merit …
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I spent quiet contemplative moments during International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Wednesday. However, in the midst of my day, I took time out to watch the presentation ceremony of Righteous Among the Nations recipients at the Israeli Embassy in Washington DC. Righteous Among the Nations is the highest honor bestowed by the Israeli government on …
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“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will …
Here in the United States we have had a very "political week!" On Tuesday evening we endured what some have called "Fantasy Hour," as President Obama delivered the annual State of the Union address. Last night, those interested were treated to a Republican debate that often appeared more like a debate on the Senate floor! …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 