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Tom Holmes
Contributing Reporter / Religion Blogger
Tom's been writing about religion – broadly defined – for years in the Journal. Tom's experience as a retired minister and his curiosity about matters of faith will make for an always insightful exploration of these topics. Tom's encouraging open discussion, so join in.
Latest News Articles
CROP Hunger Walk goes virtual
Forest Park resident Joanne Despotes has been hard at work along with her planning team getting ready for the 37th annual CROP Walk, aka Hunger Walkathon West (HWW).
Technology aids social distancing for Sunday worship
Members of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Oak Park might be wondering, "What else could go wrong?"
The front line of affordable housing
In a village like Oak Park where, according the online site Rent Jungle, the average monthly rent at the end of last year was $1,604, what do you do if your total income working at the minimum wage for a month is $2,240?
The problem with (and for) lawyers
Alice had a smug look on her face as Pastor Walter Mitty walked in the front door of the Main Café last Saturday.
Latest Blogs
Bob Sherrell's Story #8
Bob finds a new entry into religion
Bob Sherrell's story, part 7
Bob climbed the career ladder at AT&T but not without some challenges.
Bob Sherrell's story, part 7
Bob Sherrell's participation in the march on Selma was a turning point in his life.
Bob Sherrell's story, part 6
Bob Sherrell experienced success at Zenith but also racism.
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