This is a prayer from New Seeds of Contemplation by Thomas Merton that I find to be moving, challenging and intriguing. Take a moment to be drawn in to the Spirit as you read this prayer. “Justify my soul, O God, but also from Your fountains fill my will with your fire. Shrine in myContinue reading “Thomas Merton: A Prayer For the Simplicity of Life and Love”
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Liturgical Prayer Based on the Lord’s Prayer
As I near the end of my series on the Lord’s Prayer I want to turn now to a small liturgy I’ve written that is based off the Lord’s Prayer and the conclusions I’ve arrived at through this series. This liturgy was made to help conceptualize in a communal setting ways in which, we theContinue reading “Liturgical Prayer Based on the Lord’s Prayer”
The Daily Scribe: New Religion Blog Community and Aggregator
I have received the priviledge to join Shawn Anthony from Lo-Fi Tribe in a new venture called the Daily Scribe. Shawn, formerly a member of the largely popular 9rules blogging community, has decided to leave his post there as religion community leader to start his own venture at Scribe. Because I am really excited aboutContinue reading “The Daily Scribe: New Religion Blog Community and Aggregator”
Matthew 6:10-11 The Kingdom of God and Prayer for Bread
Continuing my series on the Lord’s Prayer and how it functions as both a mission statement and community formating guide for the churchh. We now direct our attention to further exposition of the prayer itself – this post in particular deals with Matthew 6:10-11.
Emerging Church Resources: A Beginners Reference Guide
When people find out that I am one of Ryan Bolger’s understudies I get asked what I think of the emerging church and frequently what resources are good for people interested in finding out more about the Emerging church. In hopes of making a useful guide I’ve created a small list that is meant asContinue reading “Emerging Church Resources: A Beginners Reference Guide”
Reflecting On Your Influences
Every now and then it is a good idea to consider the influences you have in your life, maybe a lull in grace??? as Patrick has called it, is a perfect time. I first thought I would make a top three list of four different categories; books, music, movies, and blogs; but later decided toContinue reading “Reflecting On Your Influences”
Chris and Amy over at Shooting The Kids wrote on Photos For Your Childs Safety. I wanted to give props to them for pointing out Brian’s great flickr site that seeks to help find missing children. They have a great short interview with him that let’s you know how he got started and how itsContinue reading
A Short Prayer Service with The Lord’s Prayer
Getting back on track of doing some work on the Lord’s Prayer I thought I would offer a simple prayer service we used for small group a while back. This could work as a personal time for reflection or for small groups, and can be changed and modified to your own liking. This is setContinue reading “A Short Prayer Service with The Lord’s Prayer”
Gathering in Light 