Nov 1, 2013 | Pastor's Blog
Originally published in the monthly Explorer, November 2013 edition. Practicing Our Faith, edited by Dorothy Bass, describes a dozen practices common to Christians around the world. Not every Christian engages in each of the 12 practices, but many Christians engage in...
Oct 31, 2013 | Pastor's Blog
In the book A Tribe Apart: A Journey into the Heart of American Adolescence, Patricia Hersch argues that we have “a wave of adolescents growing up with little interaction with adults.” She also explains that “most parents want to be the best parents they can be...
Oct 24, 2013 | Pastor's Blog |
Last week I shared with a group of folks a few of the principles that can guide us in our experience with various relationships. Here is a brief summary for your consideration: We have control over only what we offer in any relationship (we cannot control or change...
Oct 17, 2013 | Pastor's Blog
Pianist Dmitri Shteinberg, who will be performing in our Sanctuary at 3 p.m. on Sunday, recently e-mailed me his concert program, and he included some fascinating program notes. This is a bit of what Dr. Shteinberg states concerning the Fourth Piano Sonata by...
Oct 10, 2013 | Pastor's Blog |
Yesterday I made a pastoral call on a River Road Church member housed in a healthcare facility. More than one employee at the facility popped in and out of the room during my visit, each one attending to her specialization. Our member graciously identified me as her...
Oct 3, 2013 | Pastor's Blog
As we enter stewardship season, consider that there are many ways to contribute our time, talent and resources to the church. Giving a gift of stock can have benefits to the giver and to the church. The following is an excerpt from Church & Clergy Tax Guide 2011...
