Author Archives: Steve Foster

When Life Presses “Pause”

Posted on August 21, 2016 by Steve Foster

A week ago in Baton Rouge, we were in the midst of a severe thunderstorm. In Louisiana, that isn't too unusual. But this one would turn out to be anything but "usual." Over a 48-hour span, two and half feet … Continue reading →

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Why Does This Election Seem So Dire?

Posted on August 6, 2016 by Steve Foster

dire. “extremely serious or urgent; causing great fear or worry” (dictionary.com) This upcoming presidential election could certainly be classified as “dire.” Some would even call it “apocalyptic” with predictions of imminent doom to America and even the world depending on … Continue reading →

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A Few Thoughts from Baton Rouge

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Steve Foster

It has been quite a week in our city. A tragedy happened on July 5. Right or wrong, justified or unjustified, fear-motivated or race-motivated, a human life was taken. And from all accounts, it did not need to happen. But … Continue reading →

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Exclusion & Embrace

Posted on July 2, 2016 by Steve Foster

Every once in awhile you pick up a book, try to read it, and then put it down. Exclusion & Embrace by Yale professor, Miroslav Volf, is one of those books. I tried to read it several years ago and … Continue reading →

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A Few Reflections on Turning 48

Posted on June 27, 2016 by Steve Foster

48. Hard to believe. When you are the "baby" in the family (I am the youngest of six), you always have this inner sense of being "young." When you hit 48, it becomes increasingly difficult to maintain that illusion…especially when … Continue reading →

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