In part one and two of this series on “Formation for Ministry in a Secular Age,” we explored the cultural situation in which the church finds
In part one of this series on “Formation for Ministry in a Secular Age,” we explored the cultural situation in which the church finds itself today. As
The social and cultural context of the church in North America is aptly described as post Christian or post-Christendom. It is rightly observed that the
Fourteen years ago, my family and I planted a United Methodist congregation in Evans, Georgia. We were what is called in church-planting circles a “parachute
For most evangelical protestants today, preaching is central to the life of the church. The pulpit is where the Scriptures are interpreted, people are taught
In 591, Pope Gregory (The Great), preached a sermon in which he conflated three NT women into one. He identified Mary of Bethany with Mary
Occasionally, someone asks the question: “What is the best advice you’ve received?” I’m not sure if I could narrow it down to just one thing,
Seeing movie trailers of Christian Bale playing Moses as action hero is a reminder that cinematic special effects will always distort the real heart of
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year” – except, when it’s not. Advent is a time of hope, peace, joy – except, when it’s
We’ve all heard it: “They didn’t teach that in seminary!” It’s true, the first year or two in congregational ministry will teach you many things