I’m the kid who stood in line waiting…hoping…longing not to be the last one picked for team games. I’m the one who might become the object of a “I’ll take Tommy, you can have the rest” kind of trade. I’m the kid who’d be last to be selected for kickball but first to be chosen for the spelling bee. It would be one of the first life lessons I learned – we all choose sides.
Month: June 2012
Heading to Pittsburgh this week!
Ok, I’ve got to stop grousing about traveling to Pittsburgh. I realize that travel by air is not always a fun thing these days – the lengthy security lines and inconvenience of scanners or pat-downs can be frustrating; crowded planes and fees for everything short of oxygen and seat belts. Then there’s a group headed to G.A. named Team Sweaty Sheep.
The packing list
Some people have bucket lists. A bucket list contains things they’d like to do before they “kick the bucket.” A bucket list might include sky-diving or a trip around the world. I haven’t put together my bucket list because, well, I’m not certain what I’d like to do. I don’t have a bucket list right now because I’m too pre-occupied by my packing list.
Facing Goliath
The story of David and Goliath (I Samuel 17) is a great passage to preach. I had such an opportunity x3 yesterday. It was a great day and a chance to share an insight into three of the giants that the church must confront.
New Beginnings: addressing the great divide
I believe that the Presbyterian Church’s partnership in the New Beginnings program with the Disciples of Christ can be more than the latest efforts at church growth or transformation.
…and then, they applauded.
Applause is a natural expression of gratitude or appreciation. It feels right to clap and cheer when a performance is pleasing or when you wish to express your thanks to an individual or group for a job well done. The best applause is spontaneous and genuine and celebratory. There is, however, a time when applause can be painful and feel inappropriate.
Edward says... 