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Category Archives: Uncategorized
Something cool
It’s been pretty hot in Richmond lately, even for this former Miami resident. For those needing relief from the heat, here’s something cool. One of the world’s most awesome waterfall (the term “awesome” has been trivialized due to its overuse … Continue reading
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Love the Gothic (but not the Goth so much)
I’m often amused by what church leaders anxious about numbers and attendance assume about non-church-goers. A lot of loopy and unfortunate ideas get foisted on “prospects” in an effort to entice them into the church front doors—especially the 20-somethings and … Continue reading
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Corporate Christianity
One of the concepts I continually stress to my seminarians is the concept that Christianity, and faith, is corporate in nature. One expression of the concept is the idea that while there is a personal dimension to faith, faith is … Continue reading
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Leadership in Ministry summer newsletter
The latest issue of the Leadership in Ministry Workshops newsletter is now available. Check out this latest issue for articles, news, and updates.
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On Christian Education Formation
My friend Marty and I are just finishing up a book project on how to plan and organize congregational Christian education. In a couple of weeks we’ll send off the manuscript for Planning and Organizing for Christian Education Formation: A … Continue reading
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Birds Named More and Better
Maybe it’s just my imagination, but I think I heard more voices than ever this year suggesting that we consider toning down the cultural excesses of Christmas gift-giving. We’ve certainly not eliminated gift-giving in my world of family and friends, but … Continue reading
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