Growing up in the late 80’s in Minnesota, I (Orin) remember a lot of MN Twins baseball, especially the ’87 and ’91 championships. Kirby Pucket, who just passed away, was a big part of those teams. We might all remember the stadium announcer introducing him as Kirbeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee Pucket! And the exciting ends (and those leaping…
Year: 2006
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Praying Lent
Thanks to Jared & Elise for the link,a wonderful internet resource to pray through Lent.
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Oddwalk visits Monroe City, MO
Thanks to the super youth and adults in Monroe City, MO – Oddwalk had a great time last night sharing faith and singing songs. Everyone was in such a fun mood and ready to jump up and sing silly songs, doing all the motions – youth and adults alike! It’s really great to see a…
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Turn away from sin…
…and be faithful to the Gospel. Or, put another way, give up what separates you from God, and put your trust in your Christian community, Jesus’ cross, and his new creation. As we all hopefully are aware, the penitential season of Lent begins today, Ash Wednesday, this year March 1. The season of Lent is…
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"Because you need to be a little bit dorkier."
Steve Angrisano, at a post-Confirmation Spectacular dinner, commenting to Orin about his potential use of a keytar at an upcoming Oddwalk appearance. Thanks to all who helped make the 2006 Confirmation Spectacular at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows such a fun and spirit-filled day! God gathered around 700 youth preparing for…
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Orin starts a God-seeking trend?
Thanks to Cassie for the pic! Cassie and friends were at the Las Vegas rally last Saturday and sent us this picture. They’re echoing Orin’s 4-year old, here-I-am story. (For an ‘academic’ telling, look here.) Remember friends, God is in our hearts and all around us!
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What happens in Vegas gets blogged about
What a great time in Las Vegas, Nevada! Oddwalk had the honor to be keynoters at their Youth Rally this past Saturday, speaking on our themes of Community, Participation, and Mission. We also helped out at the Mass which began the day. Our journey began, though, about 3pm Friday with a long line at the…