Category Archives: Values

Dear Mother…(An Open Letter)

Mom, I have attached the post I wrote about going home here. ( I Want To Go Home )  I went back and looked at it after you remarked that you failed once again as a mother. I wanted to … Continue reading

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Majoring on the Minors

We hear a lot about the issues within the various denominations and congregations of the Church of Jesus Christ.  There are arguments in some circles over whether women should be ministers.  Some argue over the manner of dress for both … Continue reading

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Engaging and Enjoying Life

Last week I met with my Cardiologist, Dr. Kenneth May, in Harrisburg, PA.  We had a great visit as I have already explained in an earlier post.  When I came home, I sat down and wrote out a list of … Continue reading

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Life

I follow the blog of Michael Hyatt.  Recently he posted a piece entitled, Why Aren’t You Dead Yet by Michael Hyatt.  Click on the title of the piece to see what he wrote.  You will enjoy the piece and it … Continue reading

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What Am I About?

Far too many clergy devote themselves to the mundane, daily task of the deacon, at the insistence of the church, leaving no time for the important work of pastoral leadership. I suggested that in addition to sharing the MISSION, VISION, … Continue reading

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Guiding Principles

A number of years ago, while attending a “Seminar for Church Growth”, the presenter suggested that we needed to develop both a church, and a personal statement.  The statement should include a Mission Statement, a Vision Statement, and a Values … Continue reading

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