Many busy preachers have to crank out message after message. It may be a challenge to find something “new” to say each time. Thus, an unexamined preaching life can become a stale preaching life. Sometimes it helps to have a Continue reading
I was giving the keynote address for a parish annual festival. Those who listened sat in a beautifully decorated dark room. Standing at the lectern on the stage, the bright spotlights blinded my eyes. Since connection is my passion, I Continue reading
As I began to create this post, I searched for images of listening. Here’s what I found: 1) pictures of ears; 2) people with headphones; and 3) folks with their hands over their ears. Listening is growing difficult in this Continue reading
Living God, please be with us. We believe that You want to be known. Your Son showed us your love through stories and miracles and words. Today, we want to see your face, hear your voice, and know your presence. Continue reading
If “connecting” is our mission and listening to high school students is our source of input, then what does it mean to young people to “connect”? In their words, 561 kids described connection. Here’s what they said: “Relate to me.” Continue reading