In the book, Quietly Courageous, Gil Rendle tells this story: “There were two writers who were attending a party together that was hosted by a billionaire whose extravagance was widely known. Vonnegut was to have turned to Heller and said something to the effect of,...
Change happens to us all. Change happens to markets and institutions. Change happens to individuals and to churches. As I travel, I’m learning that there have been many changes because of COVID, from cleaning service in hotels to plexiglass shields in restaurants. I...
Do you know the difference between a frontline community and a fenceline community? What about between climate change and global warming? And where does climate justice fit into the equation? These are some of the issues Heather McTeer Toney explores in her book...
While vacationing in Norway last week, Marilyn and I took a lecture on happiness, and why Norway (ranked #1 in happiness in 2017) continues to be one of the happiest countries in the world. The presenter shared methods like Hygge – having homemade cake with friends in...
As I talk with pastors in transition, although many speak of the successes they have experienced, there is also the stain of perceived failure as they reflect on ministry, their previous call, and even hope for the future. These pastors and leaders see failure in the...
When the presbytery communicates to a moderator of session that the presbytery would like to attend the next session meeting, how do the members of the session feel about the upcoming meeting? What do they think the meeting will entail? This is the question Corey...
