John on December 7th, 2009

I was stunned as I came across this open letter from George Barna to the aging pastors among us – which now is quite a majority.  The median age of mainline pastors in America is 55!
George Barna is the guru of church research.  He’s spent more time conducting surveys of American religious beliefs, attitudes, and [...]

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John on December 15th, 2008

Rejoice in the Lord always.  I’ll say it again: Rejoice!
–Philippians 4:4

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This Week in Advent follows what has traditionally been called ‘Guadete’ Sunday.  Gaudete is Latin for ‘Rejoice!’.
Anticipation and excitement overflows in us this week so we rejoice in what we know is about to happen:  that our King is Coming!
He will [...]

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I wanted to include one last post on the Spiritual Retreat which also seemed to be a good topic for my Saturday Thoughts.  It revolves around a question Pastor Otte posed to the group during our last session together, and I think it’s one that can help you frame your daily walk and the decisions [...]

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Dan on June 11th, 2008

When I read something about this video, I checked it out right away and came away feeling a little disappointed.  I had a hard time concentrating on his words while also watching the visuals.  Some of it seemed kind of jerky.  Some of it seemed kind of simplistic to me.
But then I watched it again.  [...]

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