Tag: From our leaders

  • Whose story do we tell?

    Whose story do we tell?

    The adage, “those who do not remember their history are doomed to repeat it,” acknowledges the benefits of looking back in time. Historical reflection not only keeps us from repeating mistakes, it encourages and guides us towards right ways of living and acting. Take my son, for example. Regardless of how many times I asked…

  • Two gifts for our youth

    Whenever a congregation gathers to look ahead and contemplate its future, you can be sure that questions about the youth will be raised: Where are they? How can we keep them?  We have all likely heard—and possibly have spoken—these concerns in various forms. These are important matters and the church does well to keep them…