Category Archives: Pastor’s Pen

“Teaching, Preaching and Reaching For Christ”

The Pastor’s Pen: I previously shared this story that took place several summers ago in Chicago. I was involved in a discussion with several other pastors who serve in central city churches regarding the question, “Does the community take ownership of what the church is doing?” As the discussion progressed, it transitioned to the ministries…

On today, I want to build upon my response from last week to the last line of the following quote by James Cone, “…That is why they made the black church a disturbance in society.” I asked the question, ”Did you get that?” There was a time when the Black church was a disturbance to…

For some there is much anxiety and trepidation regarding the state of our country. From the White House in Washington, to the crack house down the street, many are losing faith in their hope for our country and our community. I, however, do not share in this hopeless and faithless view. My faith and hope…

CHURCH ETIQUETTE / DEPORTMENT To give respect and honor to the sanctuary, the place where we corporately come together to worship God, absolutely no food or beverage (including water) is to be consumed in the sanctuary   To give respect and honor to the reading of the Scriptures, please do not walk and talk when…