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Newspaper
Holland Sentinel
Location
Holland, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 2019
Page
6
A reflective piece on declining church participation since 1980. The author recalls childhood Sundays with family, notes a lasting habit of waking on Sundays, and explains work and other temptations. He questions fashion norms and laments the broader trend among all denominations. He ends by saying he does not go to church.
Douglas Brouwer, a retired Presbyterian pastor in Park Township, writes of attending a Sunday service that tested his patience with a long sermon and quiet congregants. He recounts attempting Be Thou My Vision, the lack of audible participation, and the urge to leave before staying through to the end. He reflects on renewed respect for churchgoers and invites readers to share their experiences.
The Sentinel notes unsigned editorials reflect the paper position while other columns express individual opinions. Submissions may be sent to newsroom at HollandSentinel com or via mail to ATTN Opinions 54 W Eighth St Holland MI 49423. Include name address and phone for verification. Handwritten letters are not accepted. Letters are capped at 300 words. longer pieces are case by case. Guest columns require 600 to 750 words.
Holland resident Don Triezenberg promotes a June 13 gathering at Hope College to urge city council and Congress to update the Community Energy Plan and support a carbon fee and dividend bill. The event features George K Heartwell and Kyla McCollum with sponsors the League of Women Voters and Hope College.
A south side Holland resident voices frustration over a permanent exhibit planned near Centennial Park and Herrick Library. He questions site choice over Kollen Park, cites traffic and parking issues on River Avenue, and questions public discussion. The letter defends individual conscience and the Roe v Wade decision amid abortion debates. Richard Brouwer Grand Haven.
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