Why does a group of creative people immediately lose their creative ability when they enter a church? Out side of the church people may bring incredible creativity to their work, their families, and their hobbies. But when they step into the building where the church gathers the ability to create seems to disappear. Here are a couple reasons I think this happens… [Read more →]

“What do you do?”

This is the defining question of our age. Yet, most of our answers are not telling the whole truth. If you answer the question by telling your job title at your place of employment what are you leaving out? And if you are a Christian what Godly vocations are you denying or at least giving less favor to? On the path toward ministry in the Christian church I am often asked to describe my vocational call, but rarely am I expected to include the Godly vocations of being a dedicated spouse, a future parent, a son, brother, friend. And I am even less expected to say I am called to taking Sabbath. These are left out in favor of my calling to lead the church as a pastor…. [Read more →]

Last night my church’s young adult group spent the evening together and I had a FANTASTIC time.  We spent time socializing, exploring our faith, sharing a meal, and worshiping.  Being with them makes my faith feel authentic and important.  They inspire me to move forward and share all of myself.  The energy their community gives me is refreshing.  It is what church SHOULD be…… [Read more →]