Monthly Archives: June 2007

Christian Formation in the Life of a Minister

Posted on June 9, 2007 by mcanaday

I was thinking some time ago about the factors and influences that shape the Christian formation of ministers. This reflection led me to several observations born out of my curiosity. My initial observation is that many ministers do not prioritize … Continue reading →

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Things you should never tell your children

Posted on June 8, 2007 by igalindo

Most of us who are parents believe that part of our job, as parents, is to rear “well-behaved” children. And indeed, well-behaved children tend to be admired by other adults and tend to do better in school. I think there’s … Continue reading →

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Systems movie: Divan

Posted on June 7, 2007 by igalindo

“Divan” (2003, 77 minutes) is a nice addition to your list of “systems movies.” The documentary tells the story of Pearl Gluck, a “slipped” daughter of Hassidic parents.

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John Calvin’s student prayer

Posted on June 6, 2007 by igalindo

I just returned from a professional development colloquy with theological faculty from various schools. During one of our worship sessions a colleague shared John Calvin’s “Sudent Prayer” as part of the worship. It’s been a while since I’d read it … Continue reading →

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Clergy formation

Posted on June 4, 2007 by igalindo

I had an interesting conversation around the dinner table with some seminary professors recently. The on-going topic of assessment related to “ministerial formation” came up, as it often does. Given that this is now an ATS (Association of Theological Schools) … Continue reading →

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Children, belief, and faith

Posted on June 3, 2007 by igalindo

I recently ran into a young married-with-children couple who are of the kind that is very intent on their children’s spiritual formation. During our conversation they shared their belief that Christians shouldn’t teach children about Santa Claus because it may … Continue reading →

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Active learning

Posted on June 1, 2007 by igalindo

One major drawback to teaching in Christian education is the unwarrented, and often unintended, practice of setting ourselves up for inactive, non-participatory, learning. Many teachers of adults tend to shy away from challenging their class or group to participate in … Continue reading →

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