what is your mission (statement)?
I belong to a number of clergy groups on social media where we talk about common issues, ask for ideas, look for support and so on. The groups range in their target audience by age, theology, and denomination. These groups are often great sources for wisdom as well,...
The Lord’s Prayer
A nice interpretation of the Lord's Prayer.
The Power of We
Today is Blog Action Day. This year's theme is "The Power of We" where bloggers around the world are sharing stories, reflecting on, or whatever they feel about the power of the grassroots movements in their communities and around the world. Very powerful stuff for...
7 Truths: Not By Works
“7 Truths: Not By Works” John 1:10-18; Titus 3:4-7 I have a question for all of you who have ever had a job. Whether it's a so called “professional” position or working at the corner store, how many of you worked hard in hopes of receiving a raise or a promotion? We...
closures, amalgamations, dire news
I've been reflecting on some things lately. Actually I reflect on a lot of things, part of being a thinker and a bit of a dreamer I suppose. But lately I've been thinking about the state of our churches. I live in a part of the country where by next summer over half...
Church From Scratch
Yes... the walls are a problem for sure. Walls are barriers to relationships. It's time to rethink, reshape and restart.