Mothers The glue of our society in praise of moms
Guest column extols mothers as nurses, counselors, and backbone of families. It celebrates their love, sacrifice, and universal call to motherhood, urging respect for the roles of women and a rediscovery of God's plan for family life. See Moore page 7A.
Praying Out Loud Workshop Begins June 14
Murphysboro pastor Larry Gilbert will lead a three week series titled Praying Out Loud starting June 14 at Murphysboro United Methodist Church. He notes many fear public prayer due to self doubt and compares praying aloud to a learned skill, not an innate gift.
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Praying Out Loud Workshop Set for June Evenings
Gilbert leads a Praying Out Loud workshop at Murphysboro United Methodist Church on June 14, 21, and 28 at 6 p.m. The sessions cover anxiety in prayer and basics such as starting phrases addressing God and closing prayers, with growth toward deeper practice and private prayer comfort. Call 618-687-2317 for details.
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Praying Out Loud Adds Pressure for Speakers says Pastor Gilbert
The pastor of Murphysboro An' Larry Gilbert calls prayer aloud a blend of public speaking fear and personal spiritual discipline. He notes the dual pressure of addressing an audience and maintaining devout practice.
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A comparison of 1957 and 2010 responses to common school and road incidents shows how overreaction changed discipline and safety. From shotgun parking lot scenes to fights and classroom disruption, outcomes shifted from paternal responses to strict enforcement, lockdowns, and social support programs.
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