I took another trip in the time machine recently. I went back to Calvin’s Geneva again. Okay. Not really. It was a Skype call with a friend from seminary: the Rev. Jerry McKinney. I interviewed him for a class I teach on forms of Christian community. But I’m telling you, the story of Jerry’s pastoral ministry is […]
What’s the Big Deal About Pontius Pilate? (Heidelberg Catechism Q38)
When you set out to comment on a centuries-old document, sometimes your topic is at the heart of your passions. Sometimes, not so much. You just have to deal with each bit, even if it is outside the range of your interests. Or your confidence. Or whatever. I know this: I’ve been blogging my way through […]
Knowing Christ, Knowing Mystery: (Heidelberg Catechism Q35)
Listen to what Christians say about Jesus and we often fall into two groups: Some want to focus on his humanity, encouraged that God sent us someone who can really identify with our problems — like by being one of us. Others want to focus on his divinity, encouraged that he is big enough to help in […]
St. Barnabas: Role Model for Christian Leadership
June 11 is the day Christians East and West commemorate someone who deserves a great deal more attention: St Barnabas. “Barnabas” was actually his nickname: it means “son of encouragement.” That captures his ministry quite nicely. Barnabas encouraged other people to grow to their full potential. People like the Apostle Paul. I’d read the Bible […]
Interview with Chris Keating on the St. Louis Post-Dispach Blog
This week Chris Keating interviewed me on his blog on the St. Louis Post-Dispach website! He asked some great questions on the background and potential impact of my new book, Love Your Bible: Finding Your Way to the Presence of God with a 12th Century Monk. Here’s how it starts. Hope you’ll click through for the […]
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