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Amusing Ourselves to Death

Post author By Andrew Conard
Post date July 18, 2009

On vacation, while taking a break from technology, was a great time to tackle Neil Postman’s Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business. While this title was originally published in 1985, it provides an excellent perspective on how changes in media have had an effect on how public conversation is […]

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#6qumc – Where is it leading? (4 of 5)

Post author By Andrew Conard
Post date July 1, 2009
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Another question that has been asked of 6 Questions for The United Methodist Church, “Where is it leading?” Ultimately, I pray that this project is leading where God wills. The stated purposes of the project are: Raise important questions for next steps in the life of the denomination. Provide guidance for future face to face […]

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