Episode 2 of the Brewcast just dropped! The Rev. Dr. J. Herbert Nelson is the stated clerk of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA). For the non-presby geeks, J. Herbert serves in the highest ecclesial office in our denomination. He is casting a deep and wide vision for the Presbyterian Church, leveraging our … Continue reading “F&C Brewcast S1E2: J. Herbert Nelson on the State of the Church”
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The Madness of the Kin-dom: What Would Jesus Deconstruct?
It’s been five years since a “Faith Fight” broke out in Fountain Hills, Arizona, that sparked a bit of national news coverage. A number of my colleagues and I signed a statement in response to a six-week sermon series being given by several of the conservative evangelical pastors in Fountain Hills entitled, “Progressive Christianity: Fact … Continue reading “The Madness of the Kin-dom: What Would Jesus Deconstruct?”
“Courage,” she said…
“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…”
A New Day Dawns for the #PCUSA at #GA223
A new day of radical inclusivity has been embraced by the Presbyterian Church (USA) at its 223rd General Assembly in St. Louis. In the spirit of Jesus who welcomed all who had been pushed to the margins of society, the assembly approved via consent agenda a number of items that only a few years ago … Continue reading “A New Day Dawns for the #PCUSA at #GA223”
VLOG: S4EGA1 – Let Your Presby-Geek Flag Fly!
It’s the 223rd General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA). 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 practical wonderments about life and faith! You can find more of my wonderments, ponderings, and life commentary at http://www.faithandcoffee.com. … Continue reading “VLOG: S4EGA1 – Let Your Presby-Geek Flag Fly!”