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Commotion in the Pews

Thoughts and tirades that don't fit into any of my books. A collection of items of limited interest to anyone.

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This And That. Video, Free Book, Alleged Wisdom.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 26, 2015 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 25, 2015

Let’s start with shameless self promotion: click this link and vote for my short story before going any further. While you’re there, a vote for my friend Tamara would be nice as well. We aren’t in competition (I’m fiction/she’s non) … Continue reading →

Posted in acting, flash fiction, short story, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged ACFW, american christian fiction writers, catholic cemeteries, charles short, christian flash weekly, commotion in the pews, faith 900 radio, genesis, God, joseph courtemanche, memorial day, resurrection cemetery, simply potatoes, spiritual citizens: a christian fiction anthology, tamara jorell, writing contest

That Chair Is Taken.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 20, 2015 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 19, 2015

“I always enjoy being out here in the sunlight. Not that I really want to spend that much time here, but it is kind of interesting to see who shows up today.” “I love the women. My wife quit coming … Continue reading →

Posted in flash fiction, Love, military, short story, Sincere Stuff, Uncategorized, veterans | Tagged American Legion, bugle call, callan courtemanche, commotion in the pews, courage, Craig Rudolph, honor, joseph courtemanche, loss, memorial day, memorial service, patrick price, peter craig, Ranger 12, resurrection cemetery, rifle volley, sacrifice, sadness, taps

You Never Know Who’ll You’ll Meet When You Look Into The Shadows On Memorial Day.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 25, 2014 by Joseph CourtemancheFebruary 17, 2020

Today’s post is fiction. But it’s so close to my heart that I’m a bit broken by it all. But first, Hand Salute. Ready, To. Thank you to all who gave their lives that I might sit here and write … Continue reading →

Posted in language, military, short story, Uncategorized | Tagged callen courtemanche, cold war, commotion in the pews, communications technician, cryptologic technician, fallen, flight suit, james rubart, joseph courtemanche, juicy lucy, kindle, linguist, listening station cast, memorial day, navajo code talkers, naval security group, pete courtemanche, phillipines, Ranger 12, resurrection cemetery, spirit bridge, spook, t.a.m.o.r.i, tablet, tamori, tav on the ave, translator, turbulent turtle, warriors

Memorial Day is important.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 27, 2013 by JoeFebruary 17, 2020

I will be brief today. For the first time in almost 20 years I will not be at the cemetery to honor my comrades. My knee just can’t take the hobble after the surgery. And consequently I will not be … Continue reading →

Posted in military, Sincere Stuff, Uncategorized | Tagged commotion in the pews, fallen comrades, freedom, honor, joseph courtemanche, memorial day, resurrection cemetery, rights

Memorial Day 2012.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 26, 2012 by JoeFebruary 17, 2020

It’s come again. The day when we honor our fallen as a nation. That sums up my feelings pretty precisely. I’ll spare you the screed about mattress sales, car sales, liquor store events, and special discounts on patio umbrellas this … Continue reading →

Posted in military, Sincere Stuff | Tagged American Legion, bravery, catholic cemeteries, cold war, commotion in the pews, fallen heros, fisherhouse.org, joseph courtemanche, memorial day, Mickey's Diner, monsterous evil, resurrection cemetery, service, soldiersangels.org, soviet union, uso.org

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