Lessons in Belonging from a Church-Going Commitment Phobe, by Erin S. Lane I am less than halfway through this book, and in the midst of a busy Advent season at church with all the typical preparations for Christmas of a family with a young child. I want very much to sit down and spend aContinue reading “Book Review: Lessons in Belonging”
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When You Stop Walking on Water
For those stepping out of parish ministry The rhythms are differentthis side of the pulpit. Like walking ashoreafter hoursor weeks on rocking waves,your sea legs may persist awhile,unsteadying your gaitand haunting your dreamswith the sensation of motionin the midst of unmoving crowds. You will look up at the night skyand forget you do not haveContinue reading “When You Stop Walking on Water”
A Blessing for Those Beginning a New Ministry Appointment
to be read with the tongue positioned gently in the cheek May your car start easily and your keys turn smoothly to open the church doors;may your accompanist arrive early and your liturgist be on time.May you accurately gauge the height of chancel steps and the length of your robe,and may your microphone amplify yourContinue reading “A Blessing for Those Beginning a New Ministry Appointment”
Deacons and Order: A Personal Journey
Posted at Deacons Hold the Bowl on September 22, 2012. Within the sometimes ambiguous and occasionally mysterious world of the Ordained Deacon in Full Connection, I find myself straddling two camps in more ways than one. In the United Methodist Church, Deacons are, generally speaking, called to serve as a bridge between the church andContinue reading “Deacons and Order: A Personal Journey”
Prayer for General Conference
So much for weekly blogging… I will post life/work/ministry updates sometime in the coming weeks, but for now I just wanted to share a prayer I am working on music for, as delegates from around the world meet in Tampa, Florida, to decide matters of great importance regarding the structure, policies, practices, and official teachingsContinue reading “Prayer for General Conference”
Holy Wholeness 