Sometimes we Have to Climb Trees
The 19th Chapter of the Gospel of Luke contains the story of Zacchaeus and is a story that points out to us that the grace of God can accomplish what humanity c...
The 19th Chapter of the Gospel of Luke contains the story of Zacchaeus and is a story that points out to us that the grace of God can accomplish what humanity c...
One of the most important, yet often overlooked, aspects of pastoral ministry is self-care. As ministers, we need to take care of ourselves, so we are in the r...
There has been a lot of talk during this presidential election cycle about Christian values. Candidates have talked about their faith more in this election tha...
Of all of the things that I learned during my seminary education that has stuck with me is the Eastern Orthodox sense of being responsible for those God placed ...
You have heard me preach about love before, well I think I mention love in almost every sermon I preach. I do this because love is central to the Gospel messag...
One of the responsibilities of anyone in pastoral leadership is to be able to answer the question of why people are leaving your church. I know this will ruffl...
Then Jesus said to his host, “When you give a luncheon or dinner, do not invite your friends, your brothers or sisters, your relatives, or your rich neigh...
Here are a few links to some of the blog posts I have read this past week. Finding Religion in the American Revolution Jared Ross Hardesty Lecture and Seminar, ...
The most common question the Church Educators at The Old North Church are asked is, “what is the deal with the little boxes?’ The most common respo...