The series that comes after Easter is as important as what comes before. That’s why we knew we had to do JesusTweets as our Easter follow-up. JesusTweets? You bet. Why? Because Twitter is all about followers. It counts people who follow people. Sort of like Jesus. “Follow me” he says again and again, and what Read the full article…
As I listened to some of the leading pastoral voices in Methodism speak on such subjects as avoiding burnout, staff relationships, and time management, a question kept running through my mind: Is what it took to get us where we are what it will take to get us where we are going? Here’s what I Read the full article…
Van Morrison released this enigmatic yet engaging tune about Kansas City way back in 1977: Why do I share that with you? Because I’m in the “eternal Kansas City” for a couple of days this week. It’s part of a gathering of the pastors of the 100 largest United Methodist churches in the United States. Read the full article…
Here are reflections & observations for a resurrection well celebrated at Good Shepherd: 1. Opening with a raucous rendition of Mike Farris’ Ain’t No Grave was the ideal way to start out. We laughed that people came to Good Shepherd for some “Resurrection Blues.” 2. So many people who call Good Shepherd home willingly sat Read the full article…
On Easter Sunday, I got up very early (of course) to get ready for the Sunrise Service. As I made my way into the kitchen to prepare my English muffin (with honey, thank you) and hard boiled egg, I noticed a small piece of scratch paper on the kitchen counter. On the paper, I saw Read the full article…
