Revolution

A number of somewhat related thoughts have been rattling around in my head, attempting to coalesce. I recently read a book called, “America on Trial”, by Robert Reilly. Reilly is clearly influenced by Catholic theology, which means he is guided by church tradition, as...

U.N. Flag

A week ago I planted a small United Nations flag in my front yard. I debated with myself for several days before I finally worked up the nerve to put it there. Would it offend the neighbors? Would they throw rocks through my windows? Let me take a step back and...

The Flag

When I was a junior in college I stole the American flag out of the school dining hall. The flag (and the Christian flag) flanked a dais because the room also served as the school chapel. One evening, the room nearly empty, on impulse, I grabbed the flag, pole and...