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Nov
11
2011

More Than 20 Million Served – Salute to Veterans

Not every veteran is a war hero. Some merely “showed up.” But without every one of our veterans “showing up,” where would we be?

Nov
24
2010

Gratitude & Gettysburg

Ironic, but true – A quick peek at history reveals that the Thanksgiving holiday is deeply linked to war. With our nation engaged in its longest war ever, what can this holiday teach us about freedom – and the struggle to overcome oppression?

Dec
29
2009

A Very Muslim Christmas – Why Not?

The Christmas holiday may be behind us. But that doesn’t mean the spirit can’t live on. And it doesn’t mean we can’t share it with Muslims – or anyone else who seeks a more peaceful, loving world!

Nov
24
2009

Thanksgiving: A U.S. Priority in Good Times & Bad

Abraham Lincoln proclaimed Thanksgiving a national holiday during America’s darkest days. What should we learn from this lesson?