Well before the tragic events of the last few weeks unfolded, mental health was a critical issue facing our country. If you and I are honest, we’ve all experienced some form of depression from time to time. We lose a job, our marriage faces difficulties, or perhaps our child has trouble in school. What role does the church play in these difficult times? In my last article, I … [Read more...] about The book of Philippians: a guide to mental health!
BE A GOAT
Upon returning to work this week, I experienced the delight of seeing student athletes practicing on the soccer field with even more students walking the hallways. As we greeted each other, our frequent exchange took the form of a question – “How was your summer?” This was followed by typical responses such as, tin revealed that the major reasons why we attend Homecoming each … [Read more...] about BE A GOAT
WE ARE INVITED HOME
Hello Charlotte,"So Sligo 10th Anniversary Homecoming is now history. The flags of the nations have been removed from the Sanctuary. The baptismal pool has been drained of its water and the Takoma Academy Gymnasium has returned to normal use following the international luncheon. A quick glance at the homecoming questionnaire in last Sabbath’s bulletin revealed that the … [Read more...] about WE ARE INVITED HOME
The countdown has begun
Hello Charlotte,"I know it is hard to believe but the countdown to Homecoming 2019 has begun, as it is now only two days away. Sligo Homecoming, this amazing celebration of our rich diversity, has quickly become one of the events in our church’s tradition that has helped us to better recognize what it means to be created in the image of God. Although God is spirit and has no … [Read more...] about The countdown has begun
A Note of Thanks!
Recently, it seems that I have been having the same conversation with different people in different contexts. They ask me about the church where I serve - how do I feel after being here for more than half my life, what is it like to pastor here, what are the members like, what kind of church is it, and other similar questions. I find my answers are always along the … [Read more...] about A Note of Thanks!