>A Sermon for the Third Sunday of LentRead John 4:5-42 Nothing is more basic to life than thirst. Everybody needs water. A person can go a long time without food, but water is a different story. Everybody needs water, and everyone understands what it means to thirst, at least at some level. Of course, when … Continue reading Sir, Give us this Water
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RUMC Black History Spotlights (2008)
>Some have asked for more info on our Black History Spotlights this year (all related specifically to Methodist History). So, here you go:Henry Evans (Slides / Narrative)The Black College Fund (Slides / Narrative)Africa University (Slides / Narrative)The Central Jurisdiction (Slides / Narrative)Also, here is a link to a previous year where the purpose and rationale … Continue reading RUMC Black History Spotlights (2008)
Join other UM in saying “No” to Torture
>It should be obvious, but in case it isn't, United Methodists state in our 2004 Book of Discipline: "... the mistreatment or torture of persons by governments for any purpose violates Christian teaching and must be condemned and/or opposed by Christians and churches wherever and whenever it occurs. Take two minutes to sign the online … Continue reading Join other UM in saying “No” to Torture
Posting on Theolog
>An edited version of one of my previous blog posts is now up on Theolog (the Christian Century blog) here. If you get a chance, drop by and join the discussion with a comment or reflection.Peace, Kevin
A Letter to Martin
>Today's email to my Monday Meditation list was a letter to the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Instead of producing the entire text in my blog, I have linked it here as an archived email.
Epiphany Sermon 2008
>This week's Monday Meditation was my Epiphany sermon from Sunday, so for those who have asked for it - here is the link to the archived email sent on January 7th.
I read the Bible and found it Wanting …
>What Bible do you read? I think it may be a good question to ponder as we enter into a new year. I am not just referring to translations (King Jimmy or NRSV) vs. paraphrases (The Living Bible or The Message), but the more troublesome tendency to pick and choose parts of the Bible to … Continue reading I read the Bible and found it Wanting …
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