My name is Mark Carlton. A reader recently asked me to write something about myself. This was my brief exercise in self-definition: “I am a Christian. This is my identity. I am a man. I’m 57 years old. My wife Pam and I have been married for 35 years. We have two children. Our son is an attorney. He and his wife have three sons. Our Daughter is a teacher.
I have been a pastor for 34 years. I like to read; mainly history, apologetics and philosophy. I have been involved in the fine arts. I sing, paint and sculpt. If you would like to contact me my email address is: ml_carlton@yahoo.com
Just wanted to let you know “I was here”. Headed to Wales on Sunday (26 Oct) for my “viva voce” (thesis defense). Talk to you when I get back.
By: rick shenk on October 25, 2008
at 12:26 am
Are you our Mark Carlton from Royal Oak, MI?
By: Diane Bogush on October 28, 2008
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Rick, I look forward to your contributions. Will I have to call you Dr. Shenk when you return from Wales?
By: markcarlton on October 28, 2008
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Diane, I have never been to Royal Oak. I hope that nothing I have said has hurt your Mark Carlton’s good reputation.
Mark
By: markcarlton on October 28, 2008
at 3:38 pm
Good thing you’re not from Royal Oak Mark! We’d be too close for comfort!
I hope you’re doing well.
By: trumpethope19 on November 22, 2008
at 5:12 am
On the contrary, Hope. I wish we lived closer. I would love to be able to talk to you in depth. You ask good questions that deserve an answer. But some of your questions also require some time and just short email and postings don’t do them justice. But I think if we could talk for extended periods I could answer at least some of your questions. It is good to be back in touch with you.
I am doing well and I hope (no pun) you are too.
By: markcarlton on November 24, 2008
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Yes, it would be nice to speak with you in person about these things. I’m sure it would be very helpful and fun.
I was merely joking.
By: trumpethope19 on December 11, 2008
at 8:15 pm
Give me a call at the church sometime.
By: markcarlton on December 11, 2008
at 9:46 pm
Hey Mark, just dropped by to see what’s going on and wanted to say that I like the new look. I think this one is easier on the eyes to read (better contrast).
Grace and peace be with you.
By: Christopher on January 11, 2009
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Thanks, Christopher. I’m going to slowly get back into blogging — a post a week — and see how it goes.
By: markcarlton on January 13, 2009
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Hi Mark, Glad to find your blog. It was a pleasure meeting you this past weekend, look forward to reading some of your material! God bless…
By: Jason B on April 6, 2009
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Thanks, Jason. I really enjoyed meeting you and I hope you will have time to share your thoughts in the future, particulary the antisemetism posts. You can do that here or through email. God Bless.
By: markcarlton on April 6, 2009
at 4:03 pm
Hi, Mark. I found your site by way of your Facebook info. It is great to “hear” what you have to say once again. I miss your challenges and thoughtful insight. Tell Pam “Hi”!
By: Jared P on April 28, 2009
at 3:24 am
Hi Jared! Its good to be connected again, and thanks for your kind words. I look forward to you thoughtful insights, both here and on facebook.
By: markcarlton on April 28, 2009
at 1:32 pm
Hello mr Carlton I have read your articles with great interest. I have to ask you a question though. Are you a member of the website Conservipedia?
By: Matthew on June 9, 2009
at 8:19 pm
No, I’m not a member of Conservapedia, though I’ve noted that Conservapedia has linked to me. I don’t really know how I would become a member. Also, feel free to call me, Mark.
By: markcarlton on June 9, 2009
at 9:47 pm
ah okay. I was only wondering. I really love your articles on Christian Epistimology. Very enlightning. I also am wondering where you got that short story with an explanation of evil! That was certainly interesting!
By: Matthew on June 10, 2009
at 12:02 am
Thanks, Matthew. I’m not sure which story you are referring to, if it is the one about the student talking to his professor, someone forwarded it to me. I don’t normally read them but the basic argument in this one drew me in.
By: markcarlton on June 10, 2009
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Yes thats the one I’m reffering to! I’ve tried it a bit and its actually given me some headway in some very difficult “discussions”.
By: Matthew on June 10, 2009
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Good, I’m glad to hear that the argument is working. A friend of mine just received his PhD. His dissertation was on the problem of pain and suffering. He sent me a bound copy of it. I think his argument is unique and I will be either summarizing it or, perhaps, asking him to write a few posts on it. I think you will find it a very helpful approach.
By: markcarlton on June 10, 2009
at 9:57 pm
Hello Mark,
Since English is my second language I found your articles about “An Ancient Appeal to an Unknown God”. Yes, I have Don Richardson’s book and it is very interesting to read! I read Part 2, What about those who have never heard of Jesus?. Where is Part 1? I couldn’t find it.
Thank you very much.
Jari Saavalainen (Finnish name,
By: Jari Saavalainen on January 18, 2010
at 7:00 pm
Javie, welcome to my blog, and thanks for your comment. This link should get you to part I: http://anhonestdebate.com/2007/08/20/what-about-those-who-have-never-heard-of-jesus-part-i-2/
By: markcarlton on January 18, 2010
at 8:49 pm
Hello Mark,Since English is my second language I found your articles about “An Ancient Appeal to an Unknown God”. Yes, I have Don Richardson’s book and it is very interesting to read! I read Part 2, What about those who have never heard of Jesus?. Where is Part 1? I couldn’t find it.Thank you very much.Jari Saavalainen (Finnish name,
+1
By: A true UNC mascot ��� on January 31, 2011
at 4:53 pm
Hi UNC. Here’s the link to part I: http://anhonestdebate.com/2007/08/20/what-about-those-who-have-never-heard-of-jesus-part-i-2/
By: markcarlton on February 1, 2011
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