So. Much. Heresy. Lutheran impastor Dawn Hutchings explains “radical 21st century theology empowers us to move beyond atonement theologies, beyond worship which relies on penal sacrificial teaching…beyond singing hymns which inculcate medieval theologies.” pic.twitter.com/zkL2Z26kM0 — Protestia (@Protestia) August 21, 2025 Introduction A compelling argument to address the concerning theological trajectory presented by Rev. Dawn Hutchings…
Author: Dennis Robbins
The Great Cracker Barrel Logo Catastrophe: A Corporate Identity Crisis
How a 48-Year-Old Icon Became Generic Corporate Slop Overnight What brilliant MBA genius at Cracker Barrel headquarters looked at nearly five decades of brand recognition and thought, “You know what this needs? Complete annihilation”? The restaurant chain just stripped away their iconic old man resting on a barrel—a symbol that has graced their logo since…
Michael Richards: The Long, Uneasy Road Back From Comedy’s Most Infamous Meltdown
By the fall of 2006, Michael Richards should have been coasting on nostalgia. Best remembered as the manic, rubber-limbed neighbor Kramer on Seinfeld, Richards had spent years basking in the glow of what many critics still hail as the most influential sitcom of its generation. But in November of that year, inside the Laugh Factory…
From Viral Activist to Political Flashpoint: The Tumultuous Trajectory of David Hogg
How America’s Most Recognizable Gun Control Activist Stumbled in His Quest for Political Relevance The trajectory of David Hogg’s public life reads like a modern political cautionary tale—a meteoric rise from tragedy to activism, followed by a series of institutional failures that have left both his original mission and his political ambitions in tatters. Seven…
Joy Reid’s Journalism: A Study in Rhetorical Excess and Institutional Failure
Introduction Joy Reid’s latest inflammatory commentary—claiming that “mediocre white men never invented anything”—is not merely another misstep in an already controversial career. It is emblematic of a broader decline in standards within American broadcast journalism. Reid’s style of commentary, characterized by sweeping racial generalizations, historical distortions, and performative outrage, should not be confused with serious…
E.V.IC. 10th Anniversary – “Grace Upon Grace,” Guest Speaker: Pastor Allan Gayongala
Celebrating a Decade of Faith: Pastor Allan Gayongala Joined Our 10th Anniversary We are thrilled to announce that Pastor Allan Gayongala, co-pastor of West Valley International Church, was our special guest speaker for East Valley International Church’s momentous 10th Anniversary celebration. Pastor Gayongala holds a unique place in our church’s history. Ten years ago, he…
The Mamdani Question: Visionary or One-Trick Pony?
A critical examination of New York’s Democratic mayoral nominee and the gap between progressive promises and political reality. Standing in a packed Queens community center last month, Zohran Mamdani spoke with the passion of someone who genuinely believes he can transform New York City. The 33-year-old assemblymember-turned-mayoral-nominee painted a picture of democratic socialism in action:…
Melania v. Hunter: What’s Real, What’s Hype, and How This Likely Ends
Melania Trump has threatened a defamation lawsuit seeking more than $1 billion from Hunter Biden over his claim—made in an interview with journalist Andrew Callaghan—that Jeffrey Epstein introduced Melania to Donald Trump. Her attorney’s demand letter (dated Aug. 6, 2025) calls the remark “false” and “extremely salacious,” and demands a retraction and apology. Multiple outlets…
Washington D.C. Crime Statistics: Separating Fact from Fiction (2014-2024)
Washington D.C. Crime Statistics: Separating Fact from Fiction (2014-2024) For over a decade, crime in Washington D.C. has been a consistent flashpoint in local and national discourse. News headlines often paint a bleak picture, but what do the numbers actually say? This investigative documentary-style post delves into the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) data from 2014…
E.V.I.C. Study Notes: Living in the Light of Eternity
Download a PDF to print at home: Living in the Light of Eternity. East Valley International Church embraces innovative technology to enhance our biblical education, using Anthropic’s Claude AI to capture and share insights from our Sunday School discussions. Under Pastor Joey Sampaga’s leadership, our congregation recently completed an intensive study on “Living in the…