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Early Baptist Use of “Sacraments”

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Alan Rudnick

Sacrament or Ordinance (Part II) This is the second installment in this series.  You can read the first installment here. Much to the ignorance of many modern day Baptists, the word “sacrament” was used by Baptist framers in their creeds … Continue reading →

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Haiti Hits Home

Posted on January 29, 2010 by Alan Rudnick

The destruction in Haiti continues to sadden and compel people to give.  Over $50 million has been given from “text giving” and tens of millions of dollars continue to flow into relief agencies.  The Haiti earthquake had a personal connection … Continue reading →

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Adventures in Denominational Leadership

Posted on December 14, 2009 by Alan Rudnick

This past Sunday it was announced in church that I accepted an invitation to serve on the General Board of the American Baptist Churches U.S.A.  I will be one of three New York State American Baptist representatives that will represent … Continue reading →

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Pastor Prays for Obama’s Death

Posted on September 2, 2009 by Alan Rudnick

In a truly remarkable news story, a Phoenix pastor gave a sermon in which he opening talked about praying for President Obama’s death.  His sermon was entitled, “Why I hate Barack Obama”.  This pastor, Steven Anderson, even said that his … Continue reading →

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Dancing in Worship

Posted on July 10, 2009 by Alan Rudnick

If you grew up Baptist there was one thing (among many) that you did NOT do: dance!  I remember my Baptist grandmother telling me stories of how people were reprimanded for dancing in public back in the day.   Baptists were … Continue reading →

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Mission Crisis Update

Posted on June 26, 2009 by Alan Rudnick

Day two of the Biennial was very productive.  The second day begun again with Leonard Sweet, but this time he spoke about how Jews prayed (and still do) the psalms.  He sought to bring to light the nature of Jesus’ … Continue reading →

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Missionary Crisis?

Posted on June 24, 2009 by Alan Rudnick

I just arrived in Pasadena, CA for the American Baptist Churches Biennial.  Every year, the ABC gathers as a national body to address important concerns, vote on pressing issues, worship, learn, and celebrate.  This will be my fourth ABC biennial … Continue reading →

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