Monthly Archives: March 2011
Much Needed Inspiration
I just had to blog a bit today. This won’t be a long post, but I needed to get on “paper” what I’m feeling today. I feel renewed. I feel like there is such tremendous hope. And, my friend, hope … Continue reading
To Mold or Not to Mold?
As a ministry professional I ponder often about how far the church should mold itself and shift itself to attract and retain people searching for a faith community. For instance, if the local “hip” churches in the area that are … Continue reading
Belonging
I had an interesting conversation with a 26 year old guy today who was visiting our church for the first time. His neighbor, one of our older members, invited him to come and even sat with him. This young man … Continue reading
Hospitality 101
Hospitality. That is a loaded word. What does it mean to show hospitality to people who come to your home? How do you make them feel welcome? Do you turn the front porch light on? Do you put out the … Continue reading
Divine Inspiration
Our Wednesday night small group that meets in my home struggled a bit coming up with a mission project. We had a list – a pretty extensive one, but nothing on that list was really speaking to any of us. … Continue reading
Monica's Musings 