To be a church…
I've been thinking a lot lately... a dangerous thing. One of the topics I've been thinking about is the role and effectiveness of rural ministry. It's interesting to see how clergy are often an important figure in rural communities. Worship by a trained person is...
Wii as a naptime ritual?
So last fall we bought a Wii, and are having fun with it. We've collected some games, we've worked up a sweat at times, it's fun! The other day, Bev brought home a newly released game... Endless Ocean. An oceanic adventure which allows you to take on some small jobs...
A new look
I felt the need to update the site... I had the previous version for over 3 years now. I love that I was able to find this basic theme where I could just do minor modifications to some of the text and play with a background image by johnny maroun to make it more my...
More Than Just Water
“More Than Just Water†January 13, 2008, Matthew 3:13-17, Acts 10:34-43 Baptism is an interesting concept. Different denominations see it differently, and apply it's use differently. Some churches baptize infants and children, then later have them be confirmed...
Joseph’s Example
“Joseph's Example†Dec 30, 2007, Matthew 2:13-23 This Sunday's gospel reading comes at an odd time. This week we read from Matthew where Joseph packs up the family and heads for Egypt after being warned in a dream about Herod's plan to kill all the male children....
A Christmas Eve Message
“The Invitation†Christmas Eve, Dec 24, 2007 Here we are my friends. We have made it through the hustle and bustle of another Christmas. Tonight all the stores are closed. No more overcrowded malls as we rush to buy that last little thing. Parking lots are empty,...