I came across this article today, and found it interesting... http://www.huffingtonpost.com/anne-dilenschneider/soul-care-and-the-roots-o_b_680925.htmlHow do you define a pastor's job description or role? What do you think a pastor does all day or all week? As I've gotten into the ministry myself, I have much more respect for my pastor role models from years ago. So often people… Continue reading "Soul Care and The Roots of Clergy Burnout" article and reflection
Category: Mark
Sermon for 7/4/10: "Risking It All" (Ruth 1:1-19-Favorite Things Summer Worship Series)
"Risking It All" Sermon for 7/4/10 Favorite Things Summer Worship Series John Hus Communion Ruth 1:1-19a; Mark 8:34-38 Let us prepare our hearts and pause in prayer from a hymn from Hus's time: The Word of God, which ne're shall cease, Proclaims free pardon, grace and peace, Salvation shows in Christ alone, The perfect will… Continue reading Sermon for 7/4/10: "Risking It All" (Ruth 1:1-19-Favorite Things Summer Worship Series)
Festival of Homiletics: Nashville, TN (Day 1-Monday)
I begin by giving thanks to the Lilly Foundation for Craig's Sabbatical Grant for providing the funding for both of us to attend this Festival! After just the first evening, I can already say this has been worth the trip... and for those of you who know how much I LOVE to FLY (insert sarcastic… Continue reading Festival of Homiletics: Nashville, TN (Day 1-Monday)
"We are Family" Sermon for 10/11/09 Anniversary Lovefeast (Proper 23B-Mark 10:17-31)
October 11, 2009 Sermon for Anniversary Sunday LovefeastProper 23 B Mark10:17-31"We Are Family"In March 2001 I journeyed with 4 friends to Amsterdam for Spring Break. We were living in Heidelberg, Germany at the time for a semester abroad. I knew there were Moravians in the area, and so on Sunday morning we set out on… Continue reading "We are Family" Sermon for 10/11/09 Anniversary Lovefeast (Proper 23B-Mark 10:17-31)
"You Know I Believe It" (Sermon for 9-13-09, Pentecost +15B)
Sermon for 9-13-09Mark 8:27-38Proper 19B/Pentecost +15BChristian Education Kickoff Sunday"You Know I Believe It"This Sunday marks the beginning of our educational year at Raleigh Moravian. Sunday School started this morning, Confirmation kicked off as well, and many other programs and ministries are starting back after the summer. Today marks the transition to another year, so to… Continue reading "You Know I Believe It" (Sermon for 9-13-09, Pentecost +15B)
Living On Emmaus Ave 