David Jenkins
David Jenkins
Church of England cleric who became an honorary assistant bishop in the Diocese of Ripon and Leeds after his retirement.
ProfessionReligious Leader
Date of Birth26 January 1925
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What we are seeing is a blatant effort to exploit a national tragedy to advance long-held oil and gas industry objectives. I hope that a majority of our Republicans in Congress will see this misguided opportunism for what it is and reject it.
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Taking a pill may give people the false impression that they have nothing further to do to protect their health and prevent them from making serious lifestyle changes.
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It's definitely going to go well beyond one night.
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We had to beg, borrow and steal for everything we put in a show.
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The subject of scars comes up several times. And one of the things that appeals to me is that in the end, there's no promise made that everything's going to be wonderful. There's hope, but there's no promise. You just get the feeling that these people have finally broken through each other's armor.
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The study's findings suggest that the average person can do a lot to improve their health through diet. People interested in lowering their cholesterol should probably acquire a taste for tofu and oatmeal, keeping in mind that portable alternatives fit best with a modern lifestyle. Save the experimenting for the evening, when you have more time to prepare more complicated meals.
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I don't know that's it's maybe as well known now as it was in past years, but it really has passed into folk culture. The truth is that Rock City's advertising has overshadowed Rock City itself.
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No statement about God is simply, literally true. God is far more than can be measured, described, defined in ordinary language, or pinned down to any particular happening.
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Deep thoughts (come) from a deep well. Society is useful because when we see ourselves reflected through others we can gain a deeper understanding of ourselves.
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It is unfortunate that some in our party have lost sight of the importance of conservation and environmental protection for keeping America strong, healthy, prosperous, and secure. It's time for all of our Republican leaders to recognize that conservation is conservative.
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I am not clear that God manoeuvres physical things? After all, a conjuring trick with bones only proves that it is as clever as a conjuring trick with bones
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Fiber has a beneficial effect in preventing colon cancer.
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As I get older I seem to believe less and less and yet to believe what I do believe more and more.
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I wouldn't put it past God to arrange a virgin birth if He wanted, but I very much doubt if He would.