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Preaching Advent 3: Christmas needs Pentecost

We tell children that Christmas is Jesus’ birthday. But the specialness of that birthday, above all others, remains hidden until we tell the rest of his story, particularly Pentecost. Continue reading

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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

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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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Christian communications

We are always portraying a message, we are always sharing some form of story. It’s difficult, but as Christians we are called to a higher standard; one where we are intentionally careful and Christian in what we show the world. Continue reading

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Adoption Month: personal reflections

The gift of Christ’s love is a reminder that God chooses each of us. I have been chosen. You have been chosen. For those who are adopted, whether you struggle or not, we have been created and chosen. Continue reading

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Black Friday

The tradition of Black Friday shopping seems to me to be highlighting consumerism over ALL else. This gives me pause for a few reasons, and I’m curious if other people are thinking this way… Continue reading

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Prayer: not a demand to be ‘done’.

When asked about the solution to the frantic busyness of life, someone in the conversation responded “Retirement!”, only to have such a notion negated by the retired individuals in the group – who often find themselves as busy, if not busier, than before. 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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19 kids and a bus

How do we tackle extreme understanding of sexuality and romance? Does the Bible hold an either/or understanding of how we approach our sexual selves? Between extreme sexual licence, and puritanical chastity, is there any place for a healthy and biblically informed view of romance? Continue reading

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