Author Archives: Shirley Hobson Duncanson

About Shirley Hobson Duncanson

Rev. Shirley Duncanson is a United Methodist Pastor. She is a graduate of United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, Metro State University in Minnesota and Cleveland High School, in Cleveland MN where she grew up on a small fishing resort. Retired in 2013, she has served churches in Owatonna, Fairfax, Morton, Winona, Homer, Mounds View and most recently Hillcrest United Methodist Church in Bloomington, all in Minnesota. Shirley currently is a volunteer pastor at a nearby church. She is the mother of seven and grandmother of seven. Shirley enjoys photography, theological discussions, political discourse, book studies and reading.

Stress on College Campuses

Posted on April 23, 2024 by Shirley Hobson Duncanson

The News has been full of stories on our college campuses. When Hamas attacked Israel it set loose a tsunami of hurt and pain. Israel’s response has devastated Gaza and continued to stress the West Bank. In Israel missiles come … Continue reading →

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The Tears of Jesus

Posted on March 23, 2024 by Shirley Hobson Duncanson

“As he came near and saw the city, he wept over it.” Luke 19:41 One of the most poignant moments of Holy Week comes as Jesus approaches the city of Jerusalem, on the day we call Palm Sunday.  When the … Continue reading →

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Mary’s Journey

Posted on December 6, 2023 by Shirley Hobson Duncanson

Luke alone tells us of Mary’s journey to her cousin Elizabeth’s home after she learns she will be the mother of the long awaited Messiah. There must have been something about Mary’s face, a light – a radiance, that wasn’t … Continue reading →

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A Prayer for Miracles

Posted on October 28, 2023 by Shirley Hobson Duncanson

“I No Longer Pray for Peace” by Ann Weems On the edge of war, one foot already in, I no longer pray for peace:I pray for miracles. I pray that stone hearts will turnto tenderheartedness,and evil intentions will turnto mercifulness,and all … Continue reading →

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The Big Con

Posted on August 31, 2023 by Shirley Hobson Duncanson

The power of the con artist has always been his or her ability to manipulate people into believing something is true, when it is not. Bernie Madaff’s Ponzi scheme worked because he convinced his targets, that returns on investments, which … Continue reading →

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Another Shooting

Posted on March 28, 2023 by Shirley Hobson Duncanson

When Will we stop shooting our Children? Another shooting, and I want something other than just thoughts and prayers sent. I want us to stop pretending that guns are not killing our children. I want us to have a healthy conversation … Continue reading →

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