Category Archives: Atonement

Cross/Crucifix

Posted on August 2, 2023 by richrockwood

“The cross is one of the oldest and most universal of all symbols [for Christians]. It is, of course, the perfect symbol of Christ because of his sacrifice upon the cross. In a broader sense, however, the cross has become the … Continue reading →

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The Shepherd

Posted on May 17, 2023 by richrockwood

In the movie “Rome Adventure” the character played by Troy Donahue explains to the character played by Suzanne Pleshette, that the reason churches used art in the past was that most people could not read. Art was a a means … Continue reading →

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Bread Used in Worship

Posted on May 3, 2023 by richrockwood

According to Wikipedia “Bread is a staple food prepared from a dough of flour (usually wheat) and water, usually by baking. Throughout recorded history and around the world, it has been an important part of many cultures’ diet. It is … Continue reading →

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Anchor Symbol

Posted on April 21, 2023 by richrockwood

According to Apple’s Dictionary, an anchor “is a heavy object attached to a rope or chain and used to moor a vessel to the sea bottom..  It can also be “a person or thing that provides stability or confidence in … Continue reading →

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Guest Blog-Dave Reichert, retired Senior Systems Engineer and Technical Writer, Hughes Aircraft Co. and Raytheon Corp

Posted on April 5, 2023 by richrockwood

A long time friend recently shared the article I’m including below. I wanted to pass it along.  As we approach this Easter Sunday, it’s easy to simplify the holiday with colored eggs, candy and family dinners. Perhaps we overlook Good … Continue reading →

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The Cup or Chalice

Posted on March 27, 2023 by richrockwood

According to the dictionary, a chalice is a large cup from which a person will usually drink wine. In the Catholic Mass, a chalice or cup is the container for the consecrated wine. In “Symbols: Signposts of Devotion” by Ratha … Continue reading →

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Where Did They Go?

Posted on July 27, 2017 by richrockwood

I was recently thinking about all the days that have slipped from the future through the present and are now in “the past.” On my birthday this past June my day count was 26,280. Where did all those experiences and … Continue reading →

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Good Friday

Posted on March 29, 2013 by richrockwood

What is happening:  Jesus was interrogated last night before the ruling body of Elders, the Sanhedrin, where they tried to figure out what to do with him.  Finally he was locked away in a dungeon at the home of the … Continue reading →

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Holy/Maundy Thursday-New Covenant

Posted on March 28, 2013 by richrockwood

What is Happening:  We don’t know anything about what happens earlier in the day other than Jesus is focusing on the Passover Meal (start reading at Matthew 26:17).  At some point his disciples come to him and ask where he would … Continue reading →

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Riding Under A Shell of Empty Praise

Posted on March 24, 2013 by richrockwood

What’s Happening:  Today Christians mark the day of Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, the first day of the last week of Jesus’ life before the Cross.  We call it Palm Sunday. Let’s go with him today and through this week … Continue reading →

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