by Steve Thomason | Feb 22, 2013 | Spiritual Formation
First space is my reality, perception, belief, and vision. Second space is difference perceived in interaction with a second party, a perÂception that is often associated with ethnocentrism, orthodoxy, and righteousness, and accompanied by feelings of anxiety, fear,...
by Steve Thomason | Feb 21, 2013 | sermons2013
The quality of this audio isn’t the best, because it was recorded on a device sitting out in the open space, rather than taken straight from the sound board. It is better than no recording at all and I am grateful for it. Text: Luke 9:51-62 Here’s a link...
by Steve Thomason | Feb 21, 2013 | News
Yesterday Dr. Kiefert gave us a mini-lecture on how theological education moved from the work of the catechist in the local congregation to the work of the professional teacher in the academy, and how it is seriously damaged the church. The premise/conclusion of his...
by Steve Thomason | Feb 17, 2013 | Spiritual Formation
Youth Ministry and Spintuality Project A contemplative approach to ministry with youth is founded on the premise that what all young persons ultimately desire, like Franny Glass, is not only an experience of God, but a whole way of life, a spirÂituality that sustains...
by Steve Thomason | Feb 16, 2013 | Theology
Here is a thought that popped into my mind yesterday regarding justice. This is an admitedly simplistic and flawed piece of logic, but thought provoking none-the-less. if the (simplistic) definition of justice is “to give what is deserved” then the action...
