An article on Francis of Assissi in the Celtic Daily Prayer notes,
… Continue reading Read MoreThe painted crucifix in the derelict church of San Damiano seemed to say to him, ‘Build My Church, which, as you see, is in ruins.’ He began to rebuild the chapel, stone by stone. but the word
A couple of years ago I purchased a Dewalt cordless power tool set. Each of the tools is powered by the same battery. Working on various projects requires little more than slipping the battery from the circular saw and into the drill driver. The synergism of the relationship between … Continue reading
(I read an invitation to get a copy of Paul Louis Metzgerâ??s Consuming Jesus: Beyond Race and Class Divisions in a Consumer Church on another blog. I wrote for a copy and received a copy of the â??first corrections draft.â? My formative years in ministry took place during the … Continue reading
Read MoreDino tagged me inviting me to play along by noting five things I dig about Jesus.
He declares the reality of the upside-down Kingdom.
His life, death and resurrection defeated my chief enemies – sin and death.
He shows a way of life where we learn what it is … Continue reading
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Consuming Jesus by Metzger, Chapter 3
Good “Witches” and Bad “Witches” dominate(d) many a youngsters imagination. The classic “Wizard of Oz” portrayed the “Wicked Witch of the West” as a “fallen power.” She used her powers to oppress and dominate. C.S. Lewis’ Witch and her fascination with the magic inscribed on the stone table form … Continue reading
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