Everyday Christianity
If worship is an act of religious devotion in response to God, then the opportunity to worship exists far beyond the walls of our church buildings. The very way we live our lives is worship. How does that inform the choices we make? How do we respond to God’s grace in our daily lives?
The Grudge
We all carry grudges from time to time, coming from a place of hurt, of mistrust, of anger. But by not filling our hands with the grudge to be carried, we leave ourselves open to receive grace. Continue reading
St. Brigit’s Day
Though often overlooked, Saints days are important. They remind us of our history, they connect us with one another and with God through Christ. Continue reading
Is it pretty?
The challenge is ours to make sure that what is demonstrated is both attractive and authentic. Let’s be intentional about how we are church: how we treat one another, how we welcome the stranger, how we deal with conflict, how we discuss budgets. Whatever we do, we are called to do it in love, in faith, in hope. Continue reading
You’re invited!
When was the last time you invited someone to church? And more importantly, when will be the next time you invite someone to church? Continue reading
Money and the church
Money ought not be simply an instrument with which to buy things, but an instrument through which we respond to God’s grace and love through our own generosity. Continue reading
Ageism
In the face of regular ageism, perhaps our scripture is a gentle reminder to us to embrace the whole family; the young and the old, the fidgety and the calm, the runners and the slow-walkers. As community, we are all to be welcomed, embraced, involved: that’s what being church is all about. Continue reading
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
The short short story
Could you convey a life experience, or a biblical message, in an extremely short story? Every word counts! Continue reading
How do you spend Advent?
Ought we to be more focused on celebrating Advent as part of our Christian witness, rather than getting swept away into the secular rush to the 25th? Continue reading
