Wright on Easter

Posted in: Books, celebration, church, worship- Apr 03, 2010 No Comments

This is a a two-page excerpt from Bishop Tom Wright’s book Surprised by Hope. I typed it out from the the chapter, Reshaping the Church for Mission (2): Living the Future. No comment needed from me. I just hope that this helps us renew our focus and perspective on celebrating Easter. Introduction: Celebrating Easter So how [...]

Focus on THE Family…

Posted in: church, family, worship- Dec 01, 2009 No Comments

Dr. James Dobson’s “Focus on the Family,” is right to want to bring focus to the family. The question I raise in this little blurb is, “Which Family?” Are we focusing on the Richey family or the Family of God—the Church. The Church family is getting the short end of the stick it seems when [...]

Engraving a Supplemental Hymnal

Posted in: church music, theology of music, worship- Jun 29, 2009 No Comments

I am working on compiling a supplemental hymnal of sorts for our church pews. It involves me re-engraving older hymns and chants that are out of print in some cases. It has been a great exercise for me personally. I find that some of the great hymns and psalms are on my lips and the [...]