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God bless the misfits

God bless the misfits—from the Bible and from our streets—for sometimes they bring us the good news. Continue reading

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The church roof

If I were to sum up my ministry of the past 5 years, it would be by talking about the church roof: because it symbolizes a vital and healthy community. Realistically, a dying congregation doesn’t focus on the roof; a living congregation commits to the roof as a shelter for their ministry. Continue reading

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Does the church need innovation?

1: Churches are empty. 2:McDonald’s is full. 3: Let’s jam a fast-food joint into the narthex. This can’t be a good idea. Continue reading

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Remembrance and Homecoming

I have been told by many people numerous times and in different ways over the years, that when you return to something, it is never ever the same. This particular sojourn was no different. Continue reading

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When Did We See You?

An recent invitation to reflect on scripture made it apparent that the onus is on us as disciples to make a difference in the world; but in order to do that, we must first open our eyes. Continue reading

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Two seconds

A pause of a few seconds can allow an aging, slowing parishioner to be literally on the same page as the rest of the congregation. It’s only 2 seconds, but it’s a big thing. Continue reading

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“Do you spit in the face of God?”

“So when we aren’t using our gifts to the best of our ability, we’re essentially rejecting what the Creator has given us. Isn’t that spitting in the face of God?” Continue reading

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The personal care home

Saints in action: The staff who work at the care home are definitely called to this unique and impressive ministry. I hope that when my time comes to be in a care home that it will still be a place where Christian love is fully lived out. Continue reading

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Summer perseverance (learning from my 10-yr-old self)

Summer in chaplaincy has taught me that when God calls us to ministry- whatever form that takes- God is not first calling us to be flashy, funny, or fantastic. When God calls us to ministry, we are first called to perseverance and presence. Continue reading

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On authorization

We are not encouraging anything outside of what is agreed order and right procedure in any diocese. But we do want to collect all that is available, all that the church is willing to share with us from parishes, dioceses, theological schools, conference and retreat centres, and religious houses. Continue reading

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