outline preaching
Some weeks are hard for preaching. I usually am able to take the time to get into the texts and to prayerfully discuss them with…
prayer
where two or more are gathered
Even though our congregation is small, I try to have two different services for Ash Wednesday. We have an older congregation and it is still…
the potential demise of “the beast” and whether or not God cares.
Those of you who know me on facebook or twitter will be aware by now that I was in a car accident on Monday. “The…
The Human Condition
What effect has the practice of ministry had on your understanding of humanity and the need for divine grace? Over and over again I am…
The valley of the shadow of death…
Holy God, You sure do have a sense of humor. The week that was supposed to be quiet so that I could procrastinate and finish…
First Mission Trip
In about 20 hours, we leave for my first youth mission trip… as an adult that is. I’m excited, nervous, hoping I have all of…
Come Away With Me
(Adapted from an article written in the Christian Century, 1996, “Watching from the boat,” by Martin B. Copenhaver) I read this week in an article…
facebook ministry
7) outreach and ministry through facebook (prayers in the aftermath of the shooting tragedy in our county). Nearly two weeks ago, we had a tragic…