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a cross to high for you to climb The Holy Gospel according to St. Mark ! Where do you stand?  Whether you like it or not, this is a question life will put to you in so many ways. What shape are your savings in? Where do you work and what’s your position? How old are you? What’s your income? Are you employed? What’s your marital status? What kind of shape are you in? How much volunteer work do you do? What extracurriculars are your kids in? What kind of grades do you get? And on, and on, and on… In one way or another, this life is always putting the question to you; ‘where do you stand.’ It is a question we all wonder about, a question we all try to figure out the answer to, ourselves. It’s a question the Brothers Zebedee have on their mind, too; you know… In today’s Gospel we see them come up to Jesus, and ask where they stand.  In fact , they ask Jesus to promise and grant them the position of second-in-command when Jesus inevitably comes into...

is every issue black or white     The Holy Gospel according to St. Mark, the tenth chapter! I'm sure you've all read or heard about how a couple of churches in our fine city have invited the investigation of the IRS. The Internal Revenue Service has turned their gaze upon these two congregations for posters, pamphlets and sermons that have been broadcasted at these churches.   Apparently for a few leaders at these congregations, the reality of faithful and committed homosexuals receiving equal civic rights is an issue they must speak up about. In fact, the two church leaders interviewed by the Hawk Eye about the issue came across as quite unapologetic. They are so committed to this issue that not only is strong-arming those in the pews appropriate for these gentlemen, but one pastor even felt justified using a violent metaphor.     Now, as their actions gain the attention of the broader public and the IRS, we will see if their tune c...