We’re now about a month into the shelter-in-place lifestyle imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, and by now there is considerable agreement that the “Great Pause”, as some call it, has been a time for humble soul-searching, seeking God and fervent … Read the rest
COME TO THE SHADOW OF MY WINGS
The Father’s Loving Voice In A Time of Distress
Holy week, a couple of weeks ago now, was a time of deep reflection, prompted by the virtual ceasing of our daily routines and the government mandated sequestering. Reflection and repentance … Read the rest
DIGITAL DIASPORA
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced most of our nation to shelter in place and be cut off from the ability to meet, socialize, party, and worship, in person. That has in fact become commonplace all over the world. “Social Distancing” … Read the rest
IS THE CHURCH STILL THE CHURCH WHEN THE LIGHTS ARE OFF?
For as long as I can remember church always meant going to a building, participating in group activities like worship services, classes and meetings, and socializing. Apart from small groups that met in homes – if that congregation had them … Read the rest
WHAT GOD DESIRES FROM US WHEN THE WORLD IS SHAKING
Few of us would doubt that the world is in the midst of an unprecedented shaking right now. The news headlines of outbreaks and government responses are causing the way of life we have come to consider as normal to … Read the rest