Musings on Faith, Culture and ADHD
I usually post my sermons soon after I preach them, but for some reason I didn't post this one last year. I filled in for the pastor at Plymouth Creek Christian Church in Plymouth, MN. Part of the reason I share this now is that I want to tell part of the ongoing story of... Continue Reading →
From the blog, Autistic Me: Following a panel discussion I was asked if my autistic traits made me a better teacher. I replied, "No. They are a disadvantage for much of what I teach." The mother asking the question was puzzled. I don't believe I offered the answer she wanted. This led me to ponder... Continue Reading →
Presbyterian Pastor John Vest wonders if we need to rethink what it means to be active in a faith community: As a downtown church that draws on individuals and families from all around the Chicagoland area, our youth ministry has always faced some interesting challenges. Our youth come from a variety of schools, so creating... Continue Reading →
The following was originally posted on February 14, 2011. First Christian had its annual Anniversary Dinner yesterday, celebrating 134 years of ministry. I decided to make a video outlining what missions and ministries took place in the last year at church. Below is the result.
The following was originally posted on February 14, 2011. First Christian had its annual Anniversary Dinner yesterday, celebrating 134 years of ministry. I decided to make a video outlining what missions and ministries took place in the last year at church. Below is the result.
This post is from November 2010. This past Sunday, our church held a Trunk or Treat event at church. A number of members got together and decorated their cars and welcomed people to come by. We had a few people who actually did come with their kids. One gaggle of kids included a little girl... Continue Reading →
This post is from November 2010.This past Sunday, our church held a Trunk or Treat event at church. A number of members got together and decorated their cars and welcomed people to come by. We had a few people who actually did come with their kids. One gaggle of kids included a little girl in... Continue Reading →
My last post created a lot of comments on Facebook. A colleague of mine disagreed with the article and me for the attitude against those who consider themselves "spiritual but not religious." Actually, I was agreeing to a short article written by UCC pastor Lillian Daniel and her comments have received a bit of criticism... Continue Reading →
This post is from 2008. One note: when this man dies, I will be at his funeral. And I will cry. As several denominations struggle with the issue of gay pastors, I am reminded of something that happened to me a few years ago. I had just graduated from seminary and was doing my CPE... Continue Reading →
The Clockwork Pastor 