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I Hope

Sitting on the couch downstairs in the family room, I continued hearing a faint chorus float down from my daughters room.  At first, I didn’t pay it any attention, yet like most things that are important, the sound lingered until I looked over at my wife and asked, “What are they doing up there?”.  It … Continue reading

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Immigration Justice, Silent No More

Sandy Mercer is a high school teacher and engaged missional Christian in Virginia. She sent me her story recently about working with Maria. The following passionate story is a wonderful example of a compassionate Christian joining in the Missional journey. From Sandy: My husband, a Baptist pastor, has challenged college students for years to find … Continue reading

2010 General Assembly

Faith Mosaic

In the past two weeks I have had the opportunity to reflect upon this year’s General Assembly in Charlotte. The moment which has stuck with me most, was a message given by Bill Leonard at the Coordinating Council Dinner. Continue reading

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Like a bridge over troubled waters ….

Owing to its remote, mountain setting, the Lousios Gorge near the center of the Peloponnese region of Greece, was a stronghold for the revolutionaries during the 19th century Greek War of Independence. The deep canyons and undisturbed isolation proved a suitable habitat for hiding, hunting and hatching ways to throw off the shackles of the … Continue reading

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Worship and a Wedding – Missional Ministry in Ft. Myers

My friend, John Daugherty, pastor at First Baptist Church, Fort Myers, FL, shared this missional story with me last week in Charlotte. We were laughing and wiping tears. I’m grateful for his leadership and the church’s ministry! July 4, 2010 – Ft. Myers First Baptist Church Today’s worship was a “WOW!” In addition to celebrating … Continue reading