“Can We Talk Again?” by Blane Baker
Over the past several months, I have become convinced that we as individuals, the church, and a nation must return to a culture that values open, cordial, and respectful dialogue. In particular, I am advocating for individuals and groups to participate in conversations about difficult topics in an effort to examine multiple views and, ultimately, […]
“From One Lent to Another, With Love” by Jason Edwards
The last time we worshipped in our sanctuary last March, we were in the middle of a Lenten series called Dissident Discipleship. The series called us to a collection of practices aimed at helping us live into Jesus’ great commandment to “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with […]
“Worship During a Pandemic” by Chip Handrich
There are many things that I miss during this time of virtual worship, but among the things that I miss the most is corporate worship. Gathering weekly for corporate worship is not only one of the most important core values of our church, but the book of Hebrews tells us not to forsake it. […]
“A Drawing Lesson” by Angie Fuller
Get a blank piece of paper and some crayons. Now draw a picture of God. …If you’re like me, your paper is still blank. I’m initially hindered by both my lack of drawing skills and my Type 1 need to be satisfied with my picture. But pressing on, my obstacles become questions: How do […]
“Reflecting on Advent 2020” by Emmitt Drumgoole
Advent and Christmas 2020 was a time that we will not soon forget. Family plans were cancelled, packages were delivered late, and large gatherings were forsaken for smaller ’bubble’ groups in response to the rise in infection rates of COVID-19. In response, we took the recommendations of our Reopening the Church Building Task Force and […]
“Pandemic Observations” by Carroll Makemson
When this blog publishes, I will have been “in” for nine months and twenty-six days. The definition of “in” can vary, but for the vast majority of the days since March 18, 2020, I have been “in.” No shopping, no restaurants or patios, no concerts or church, no games. I am not a stay at […]