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About revkennydickson

I am a United Methodist minister and my professional passion is connecting issues of life and faith to film and other artforms. I am also interested in autism awareness and ministry and special needs. I am married to Michelle and have two children.

Eagle “Eyed”

Posted on October 31, 2012 by revkennydickson

I preached a sermon on God’s presence last week and talked about brushes with greatness I have had.  I forgot about one that I experienced several years ago and shared in my church column then.   As during the sermon, I invite … Continue reading →

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A 9/11 Flashback

Posted on October 26, 2012 by revkennydickson

In 1898, H.G. Wells wrote a story of about a time traveler who builds his own time machine and is able to travel forward 800,000 years. What he finds is a society that seems to be living in harmony, but … Continue reading →

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In the Beginning was “Wordplay”

Posted on October 23, 2012 by revkennydickson

The Gospel of John opens with one of the most well-known passages in scripture, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”  For crossword “puzzlers,” the passage might be amended to … Continue reading →

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“It’s All in the Attitude.”

Posted on October 18, 2012 by revkennydickson

When I was pastoring in Bogata Texas I had an encounter that has ministered to me many times through the years.  I was in the sanctuary of the church when the minister at the Baptist church came by to meet … Continue reading →

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Sermon: Pixar-Palooza Sermon Series: “Up” – “The Spirit of Ministry is Adventure”

Posted on October 1, 2012 by revkennydickson

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In Case You Missed It Film Review “United 93”

Posted on September 21, 2012 by revkennydickson

In Case You Missed It Film Review “United 93”In Case You Missed It Film Review “United 93”I wrote this review for my local church paper for the release of “United 93” in 2006. United We Stand The highest achievement in … Continue reading →

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Faith the Size and Strength of an Old Chickpea Seed

Posted on September 13, 2012 by revkennydickson

I am a tremendous fan of documentary films. Even while some of the best films are documentaries, Docs are among the most underrated of film genres. These films provide fascinating insight into the passions and lives of amazing people as … Continue reading →

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9/11/2011 Sermon “Amidst the Void”

Posted on September 11, 2012 by revkennydickson

This is the sermon I preached on the 10th anniversary of 9/11.  The text is the Psalm 46 and the subject is God as our true refuge.  God is our refuge and hope even in the midst of the void … Continue reading →

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9/11 Reflection

Posted on September 11, 2012 by revkennydickson

On the 11th anniversary of 9/11, I join all Americans in reflecting upon the events of 9/11/01. That day, as I was preparing for a worship service that night I wrote my “I Reckon” for the First UMC Farmersville newsletter. … Continue reading →

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Sermon: I Samuel 17:4-7,32-51 “In Name Only”

Posted on August 29, 2012 by revkennydickson

Summer Reads Sermon Series: David Goes to fight Goliath, “in name only.” http://r.b5z.net/i/u/10092240/m/Sermon_120826.mp3

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