I have been reading and discussing in groups two books about emerging Christianity: A New Kind of Christianity by Brian McLaren and The Heart of Christianity by Marcus Borg. A couple of weeks ago … [Read more...]
Glimpses of Church
July 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment
It is such a blessing when we experience moments of grace, moments when the Divine is able to break through my dull heart. I had two opportunities this week to experience how church might work, two … [Read more...]
Doug Pagitt’s Thoughts on Formation and Community
March 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment
There is a great interview with Doug Pagitt on the United Church of website. He offers a concise (or at least as concise as is possible with this relational way of being church) explanation of how the … [Read more...]
Q Practices, Eugene Peterson, Day 2 Reflections
March 6, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Tho four sessions for the second day of Q Practices included Eugene Peterson being interviewed on the subjects of embodiment, scripture, community, and church. Both Eugene and his wife Jan spoke … [Read more...]
Further Thoughts on Community
May 25, 2011 by Leave a Comment
A few weeks ago, I preached on Acts 2:42-47, the miracle of community that occurred or, at least, was idealized in the early church. One thing I don't believe that I highlighted enough is the fact … [Read more...]