Timeless wisdom for pastors with forward-thinking solutions.
Long before the term "ecology" was discovered by the environmentalists, Joseph Sittler employed it to suggest the interconnectedness of all of life. One of his more provocative images is that of a spider web–touch one part of it and all parts quiver. Just so, spirit cannot be separated from life, but must be understood and received in the midst of all of existence.
Our pastoral forefather, George Herbert, orients us to the music that stops the flow of discouragement.
How will congregations find places in dense, expensive urban areas?
The sanctuary quieted as it cleared. The worship team finished packing up and departed. Daniel’s thoughts faded, interrupted by the sound of Norma’s voice.