“Courage,” she said as she stood before those assembled. “The church needs to have courage.” The Rev. Cynthia Kohlmann, co-moderator of the 223rd General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA), paid a visit to a joint meeting of the Arizona Presbyteries of Grand Canyon and de Cristo. She addressed the presbyteries on Friday with strong … Continue reading ““Courage,” she said…”
Tag: Ecclesiology
Sabbatical Reflections
Preparations Part II
I have struggled with the way Christian Churches have functioned in the public and private spheres. So much of our theology has not matured and remains mired in pre-modern understandings of our relationship with God and creation. Think about this for a moment. Our faith is forged during early adolescence. We learn the stories of … Continue reading “Sabbatical Reflections
Preparations Part II“
VLOG: What’s the point?
I get asked a lot why I do what I do. Why do I got to Church? Why am I part of a faith community? Well, here’s my response. Here’s a little primer and a welcome! Check it out. More news to come. Please subscribe to this blog and to my YouTube channel for more … Continue reading “VLOG: What’s the point?”
How Do WE “Do” Church Better?
Thousands of books (dare I say tens of thousands?) have been written about it. Ecclesiastical rock stars have touted the top 10 ways to do it (and written books). Denominations are still wrestling with THE way to do it. And yet, we aren’t there yet. I don’t know how many books, conferences, YouTube talks, and … Continue reading “How Do WE “Do” Church Better?”