The recent book by physist Steven Hawking is being reported in the news, in which Hawking claims that the physical universe can by most simpy and reasonably explained as self creating. There is therefore no rational basis for believing in god.
The criticism he has received from religious leaders reminds us that, theism actually rejects the same [read on...]
I ran across this blog post by Fr Shary Gaillard about preaching, advocating adapting an expository (verse by verse) method being overlaid into the seasonal year. Some pastors do this instead of the lectionary . I think this pastor’s approach is the best of the expository models I’ve seen, because he is sensitive [read on...]
In faithful Christian churches, we believe in ministry and we believe in mystery, usually as two separate realities. The ministry aspect is often seen as the “practical” aspect, while the mystery aspect is seen as “theoretical.” The Trinity is a doctrine to believe and to proclaim, but, we think, doesn’t have much to do with [read on...]
Food for thought from the NAE:
“Due to the limited number of visas, millions have entered the United States without proper documentation or have overstayed temporary visas. While these actions violate existing laws, socioeconomic, political, and legal realities contribute to the problematic nature of immigration. Society has ignored the existence of an unauthorized work force due [read on...]
Is ‘evangelical’ one of a number of ways to be a faithful Christian? Is it the only way? Does a Roman Catholic have to follow evangelical spiritual practices to be considered a faithful Christian by evangelicals? Eastern Orthodox? Others?
Bull Street is written by Greg Goebel (pictured here), an Anglican Priest serving in Woodstock, Georgia. He likes to read stuff and write about stuff. He also plays Legos with his kids and takes walks with his wife. He coaches kid's soccer and does projects around the house. As you can see, he is bald and middle aged.