“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…”
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Some Beliefs/Behaviors Are Wrong!
A couple of years ago I wrote a blog post about why I claim to be a “Progressive Christian.” I wrote a sentence that confused some people: “Progressive” is not the same as “liberal.” Progressive is neither liberal nor conservative, and both at the same time. A progressive theology and faith is one that views … Continue reading “Some Beliefs/Behaviors Are Wrong!”
Family as Idol
I’m pausing for a moment in my sabbatical reflections (check out my latest in the January 2020 edition of UPC NEWS & Current Events) to share an important op-ed I read in the January edition of The Christian Century by Peter W. Marty, the editor in chief, entitled in the print edition “Family as Idol.” … Continue reading “Family as Idol”
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?”
Where is the Faith Community in This Era of Trump and Culture of Alternative Facts?
For many of us it’s a scary time as we witness a president who can say and do anything, seemingly with impunity. He brags about his female exploits, and conservative white men and women trip over themselves to get into his rallies and join the throngs standing behind him (strategically placed, of course—notice how cameras … Continue reading “Where is the Faith Community in This Era of Trump and Culture of Alternative Facts?”