Archives for 2004

Almighty God, our heavenly Father, the privilege is ours to share in theloving, healing, reconciling mission of your Son Jesus Christ, our Lord, inthe age and wherever we are. Since without you we can do no good thing,May your Spirit make us wise;May your Spirit guide us;May your Spirit renew us;May your Spirit strengthen us; […]

I’m working on a list of things that young ministers/pastors can do to alienate the congregations that give them a shot to grow as leaders. Some of these could be funny, but some are deadly serious. Here are my first few thoughts: 1. Lament the fact that they just don’t “get it” while making little […]

This is why I like Brian McLaren so much. I’m a seminary student. Your books have really helped me. How will I talk about the issues of postmodernity with “normal” folks – once I’m outside of seminary? How do you do this? A short answer – it depends.1. With unchurched people in my area – […]

From Pete Ward’s Liquid Church: Liquid church will abandon congegational structures in favor of a varied and changing diet of worship, prayer, study, and activity. It will challenge the assumption that what is offered in the morning service is good for you, even though it may be boring or unpalatable. It will present a responsive, […]

I watched Jerry Seinfeld’s Comedian over the holidays. It gives great insights into the life of a stand-up comedian. Seinfeld has always come off looking so composed and with it on stage, but this documentary shows us a different side. He’s nervous, forgetful, and has trouble finding a comfort zone on stage. I really didn’t […]