When I worked for the State of Illinois, one of my roles was to research accommodations for persons with disabilities. As a civil services test developer, it was my role to research and recommend accommodation alternatives so that persons with disabilities could participate equitably in the civil service employment process. Over time, accommodations offered included Braille and large print exams, sign language interpreters, screen reading software, wheelchair accessible testing stations, and other accommodations…
Seuss for Graduates Ascension 2011
When I graduated from high school, I received the Dr. Seuss classic, “Oh, the Places You’ll Go.” Some of you may have also received this book as a graduation gift. The book talks about the path that lies ahead of you as you leave the nest. Much of what Dr. Seuss says is quite wise. But he missed a few points along the way…and on some points he goes quite astray…
Knowing God Trinity Sunday 2011
Did you know that the doctrine of the Holy Trinity is based in part on the first chapter of Genesis? In English the word God seems to be a singular noun. But the Hebrew word for God is “elohim.” The “im” ending in Hebrew is a plural ending. So, Elohim, or God, is really a plural noun. Yet, interestingly, although “elohim” is a plural noun it is almost always associated with a singular adjective or verb in the Old Testament. The grammar of Genesis is our first indication that our God is a mystery…
