Category Archives: Ripping Yarns

A Tribute to the Syrian Arab Army

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Father Dave

Father Dave here, and I’m still grieving the collapse of Syria, and the ascendency of one-time Al Qaeda leader, Ahmed Hussein al-Sharaa, to the country’s leadership. I’ve been fearing for my many Syrian friends. I’ve been praying for their safety … Continue reading →

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Nick, the Debt-Collector

Posted on November 30, 2024 by Father Dave

It was mid-winter and close to midnight. I was at my desk in the rectory office, and in the middle of a crisis … Continue reading →

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