I grew up in the belt buckle of the Bible belt. When I would tell classmates that I was Lutheran, they would look at me for a moment and then ask “Is that Christian?” When I became a pastor, I stayed in the South – moving to some of the most conservative areas in Texas. All that is to say, the … [Read more...]
Race & Faith Reading List
As I head out on my 2025 Mini-Sabbatical my desire to learn about Race and Faith in America has been shaped by the recent history of our country, my experiences in congregational ministry, and my own learning over the last several years. You can read more about my sabbatical here. In many … [Read more...]
A Civil Rights Pilgrimage
As a part of my 2025 mini-sabbatical, I will be embarking on a personal Civil Rights Pilgrimage. You can read more about the sabbatical here. I will be driving through Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Georgia for about 2 weeks. I have planned several stops along the way - although I … [Read more...]
A Learning Pastor
Every church wants a BETTER pastor. Even churches with great pastors would like them to be better. One of the best things a congregation can do is to encourage their pastor to be - and to continue to be - a learning pastor. A pastor who is learning and growing in their faith, is also learning … [Read more...]
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