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What might Pope Francis think about ‘The Benedict Option?’ A new talk gives clues.
A new talk by the pope, as well as “Evangelii Gaudium,” gives clues to his thinking about the thesis of a new book by Rod Dreher.
So what's the Benedict Option really about, retreat or re-engagement?
If we think the Benedict Option is going to be easier than the messy reality of modern parish life, we have not yet seen it clearly.
What To Do When the Evangelicals Are Evangelizing Your Children
Talk in advance with your children about some of the reasons you are committed to your faith community, and why although you hold no ill will towards other faith communities, you won't necessarily allow them to attend events at churches whose ministry departs so significantly from your values.
How to Talk to God When You’re Broken
Instead of trying to do everything by yourself, seek comfort in God’s good grace and allow him to give you the strength that you need to overcome your difficult times.
Is Not Voting an Option for Christians?
Before you get all “but people died for the right to vote” on me, understand I'm just asking a question. As you've probably noticed, there are a lot of people asking questions this election cycle:<br>What is going on in America?<br>Have you ever seen anything like this?<br>How did a billionaire who lives on
Is Virtual Reality Church a Viable Option?
Soto proclaims that VR Church is a safe space for people to have conversations about religion and are encouraged to ask questions.
What is Worship? from DOCTRINE Video Bible Study with Francis Chan
Doctrine Knowing the Truth and Acting On It What are the essential beliefs of Christianity? And how should a healthy understanding of doctrinal issues—like T...
4 Reasons Why Ordaining Women Is No Longer An Option
When I was a 23 year old theology student, I nominated the first woman to be elder in the life of our conservative church. The response: “We don’t feel called to challenge the church co…
3 Options When the Church No Longer Reflects the Community
I was coaching a group of pastors and was asked a question I’ve encountered, but never really answered. It’s a question, which seems to come up frequently these days. In fact, I think it’s a question many churches need to consider<br>The reality is some churches have had their community leave them. The community changed and they no longer look like their community demographically<br>To avoid…
when you really need a fresh way forward: The Emmaus Option
Audio recording of The Emmaus Option<br>It can feel like the sky is falling in.<br>Can feel like the edges of all things sane and good and beautiful and right are being crushed by an indifferent madness.<br>Can feel like we have to get out of town, get out of the whirl, the noise, the circling buzz th
They Listen When I Talk about Jesus
It was an interesting phenomenon, and I would have thought it just a fluke thing had I not tried it again… and it worked every time! It's one of the best lessons I've learned speaking to a generationwith a short attention span...
3 Mistakes Churches Make When They Talk Money
Ministry leader wants to spread the biblical message of generosity in order to grow generous givers.
The Elephant in the Room We’re Close to Talking About?
We're taking baby steps toward taxing churches. Is opening churches' financial records now possible?
Talking with Your Kids about Tornadoes and Other Disasters
For a church our size, we have a lot of young children. In fact, many of our members have joined our church, in part, to give their children a strong theological foundation that will (hopefully) se…
The Beer Option: What We Can Learn from Brewing Monks
The buzz surrounding the Benedict Option has spawned many spinoffs, each looking to a particular spirituality to focus the renewal of Church and culture. As a Benedictine oblate, I agree with Rod Dreher that the Benedictines provide a crucial and necessary witness on how to rebuild Christian culture. We need strong local communities that find …
6 Options When It Seems Like No One Is Listening to Your Sermon
If you’ve ever preached or taught, you know what I’m talking about in this post. No matter how hard you prepared your sermon or lesson—and regardless of how good you think it is—your listeners just
Want to Stop Islamophobia? Talk To Your Fellow Christians
What we say in private matters more than public performances of tolerance.
We Need to Do More Than Talk About Race
As racial tensions have come more and more to light in the U.S. in the last few years, it’s become increasingly important for churches to address theses issues.<br>Conversations about race care often touchy, but we have to keep having them. However, just talking about racial injustice isn’t enough. C
Your Congregation Doesn't Need a TED Talk—They Need YOU!
Pastors face a lot of pressure to perform. Some of it, admittedly, is self-imposed.
5 Big Things We Get Wrong When Talking to Atheists about God
We Christians can be very bad at reaching atheists and agnostics. Why? We make these 5 big mistakes.
