End of an era…

Next-Wave has had five editors since it first started publishing in January 1999. In chronological order they are: Rogier Bos, David Hopkins, Jason Evans, Bob Hyatt and Charlie Wear. I put my name at the end of the list because I think of myself as the interim editor, that is,… Listen ⇢
A new Resolution Trust Corporation…

Author and pundit Thomas Friedman is surely capable of running Hewlett Packard and for that matter, probably has enough foreign policy experience to be vice president, certainly as much as Dan Quayle or Barack Obama. His solution to our latest financial crisis, a new Resolution Trust Corporation. For those of… Listen ⇢
We don't know what we don't know…

Clearly every media pundit is highly qualified to serve as vice president or president, just ask them and they will tell you. A recent op-ed piece I read pointed out that the Bush presidency has been anti-establishment and that those anti-establishment folks don’t know how to govern. Apparently, because of… Listen ⇢
Your average pastor preparing for Sunday morning services…not

I wish I lived in Lakeland, Florida so that I could attend Chris Elrod’s church. See the video below to see how he prepares during setup in the YMCA gym on Sunday mornings… Listen ⇢
Are the candidates liars?

There are a lot of accusations flying in the presidential campaign. Obama sponsors sex education for kindergarteners. McCain doesn’t know how to use a computer. Palin is a liar. Biden is a bloviator. Have we really degenerated to the "Liar, liar, pants on fire" brand of politics. Do we really… Listen ⇢
Uh, this could be a problem

Uh, T. Boone Pickens, this could be a problem for your alternative energy plan… Listen ⇢
The argument for experience

Well, it’s been decided. That last thing that Americans want is a candidate in their 40s who lacks a long history of foreign policy experience and legislative accomplishments. We can’t tolerate a candidate who answers the questions of journalists with a plethora of words. Now, depending on your political leanings,… Listen ⇢
The Proximity of Destruction

Each day, in many ways, we live within the proximity of destruction. This was brought home for me Friday night when a head-on collision involving a Metrolink commuter train and a Union Pacific freight train took the lives of over 15 people and injured over 100 persons. Wednesday morning I… Listen ⇢
Craig Ferguson, American…

Look, here’s the deal, sometimes I have a hard time sleeping. I think it’s a condition mostly related to gastro-intestinal problems from being overweight, but that’s neither here nor there. Anyway, occasionally I find myself watching the Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson. Ferguson is a recently naturalized citizen of… Listen ⇢

Meet Minister Charlie Wear

Minister Charlie Wear is a compassionate leader, elder advocate, and creative force dedicated to faith and service. As the head of All-In Ministries, he champions veterans, elders, and marginalized communities. A retired attorney, Charlie blends legal expertise with pastoral care, addressing issues like elder abuse and hospice support. An author and musician, he shares messages of hope through works like Confessions of a Dying Man and his upcoming album Salvation City. Rooted in faith, family, and Native American heritage, Charlie’s mission is to inspire transformation, foster community, and provide care to those in need, embodying Christ’s love in action.

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