Monthly Archives: December 2009

How to Invite People to Church

Posted on December 16, 2009 by luke

Jon Acuff hits the nail on the head again, with this post about how to invite people to church. “It’s funny because it’s true.” (Acuff’s Stuff Christians Like is worth bookmarking. I’ve been reading it for about two years, which … Continue reading →

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Membership

Posted on December 12, 2009 by luke

I just spent awhile reading our Book of Order to understand the different categories of church membership. I can’t claim to understand it all, but one thing is clear: the spreadsheet I have now lists different people with their membership … Continue reading →

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Sharing Good News (a Lesson from the Bible)

Posted on December 10, 2009 by luke

One of my favorite Bible stories is found in 2 Kings 7. A neighboring empire had attacked Israel and Jerusalem was under siege. The city was surrounded, so nothing could get in or out, and people got very, very hungry. … Continue reading →

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Robes

Posted on December 4, 2009 by luke

“Pastor, when are you going to start wearing your robes again?” Several of you have asked me that question. As you know, I’ve worn a minister’s robe in worship since arriving at Desert Hills. But I quit this summer. Now … Continue reading →

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