June 3, 2012 – Trinity Sunday University Presbyterian Church of Tempe, Arizona John 3.1-17 © 2012 by The Rev. Eric O. Ledermann All rights reserved.
On Christian Community in a Social Media World
Note: This is an article I wrote for the June edition of my church’s newsletter. I thought it was worth posting here as well. Before I offer anything else, I need to acknowledge that I am an avid user of social media like Facebook and Twitter—I want my bias to be clear from the start. … Continue reading “On Christian Community in a Social Media World”
Making Space
May 20, 2012 – 7th Sunday of Easter (Ascension) University Presbyterian Church of Tempe, Arizona Luke 24.44-53 and Acts 1.1-11 © 2012 by The Rev. Eric O. Ledermann All rights reserved.
Schismata in the Body of Christ
As many are aware, my denomination, the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A), is embroiled in an ongoing division over ordination standards and biblical interpretation as it pertains to LGBT (lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgendered) people and their place (or lack of) in the life of the Church. With the recent passage of Amendment 10-A, which amended our denomination’s … Continue reading “Schismata in the Body of Christ”
I Am Who I Am
I can be no one other than who I am. I’m afraid for some it is not enough. I thrive being with people, but I need my down time too. I love to laugh with people. But, when I am tired, I get cranky. When I am excited, I get loud. I can be funny … Continue reading “I Am Who I Am”