So this blogging thing is not my cup of tea.
I knew that it was going to be challenging but I did not think that it would be this challenging.
I mean how hard is it to write down a few thoughts and press publish...
For whatever reason blogging is like keeping a journal. I always have good intentions but two days after I start I stop. This blog is different- my grade depends on its content- scary.
Oh well- after looking through the blogs posted for this weeks readings I am feeling utterly inadequate.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Free Music
Here is a link that might be helpful:
http://freemusicarchive.org/curator/creative_commons
http://freemusicarchive.org/curator/creative_commons
Rob Bell in MN
If you are interested Rob Bell will be in MN on Monday talking about his new book- here is the information from their facebook event posting-
The Bookcase is pleased to announce that Rob Bell will be visiting Wayzata on Monday, April 11. The event will be held at 7:00 in the evening at Wayzata Community Church. Called by some the “most controversial character in American Christianity right now,” Bell will be here to discuss his new book, "Love Wins: A Book About Heaven, Hell and the Fate of Every Person Who Ever Lived." Bell is the pastor of Mars Hill Bible Church in Grand Rapids, a congregation of 10,000 people. His other books include "Sex God," "Jesus Wants to Save Christians," "Drops Like Stars" and "Velvet Elvis." This event is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, as the sanctuary is expected to be filled to capacity. Wayzata Community Church is located at 125 E. Wayzata Boulevard in Wayzata. |
Use
I have been thinking about what is the best use for social media. I know that facebook is a wonderful thing, I have loved it recently because my boyfriend and I just got engaged. It has been a great tool for getting to word out, talking with family and far away friends.
BUT...
Facebook has a dark side- people are able to communicate with one another much faster and can use it for ill.
How do you talk about this issue with people who don't use social media in the 'right' way? Do you ignore it or do you call them out?
BUT...
Facebook has a dark side- people are able to communicate with one another much faster and can use it for ill.
How do you talk about this issue with people who don't use social media in the 'right' way? Do you ignore it or do you call them out?
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
ELCA Tips on Internet Security
This is a great resource for churches and individuals related to internet security.
http://www.elca.org/Who-We-Are/Our-Three-Expressions/Churchwide-Organization/Information-Technology/Security.aspx
http://www.elca.org/Who-We-Are/Our-Three-Expressions/Churchwide-Organization/Information-Technology/Security.aspx
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Love Wins: Talking Points
Since I have been on the topic I thought that I would continue!
Here are eight talking points that we will be using at Incarnation for groups that might have concerns relating to the big issues in Rob Bells new book Love Wins. These came about during conversations with small groups that currently use Rob Bells short videos- NOOMA.
1. "Who is saved" and "how salvation happens" are questions filled with mystery. While we can talk about a variety of theological perspectives and personal viewpoints, ultimately, these questions are filled with mystery and not certainty.
2. It is God who decides, not any of us. We believe in a God that is bigger than anything humans can comprehend, with greater knowledge and understanding. Fortunately, "who is saved" isn't our decision to make.
3. We believe that God's love and grace are clearly revealed in the person of Jesus Christ. We believe that salvation, individually and for the world, comes through the grace of Jesus Christ. We believe that the best expression of God is Jesus Christ.
4. We are grounded in God's grace. We believe that grace of God is filled with compassion, forgiveness, and love. It is not based on something we do or something we believe, but ultimately a gift from a loving God. Our understanding of grace opens us to the possibility that God's grace and love may be broader and more expansive than anything we, as humans, can comprehend or imagine.
5. While we believe in the saving power of love and grace expressed in Jesus Christ, that doesn't mean that Jesus isn't at work in the world in other ways, and perhaps through other religions.
6. We believe that God's Kingdom is here on earth, right now. Questions for heaven, hell, and salvation are just as relevant to how we live out our lives today, as they are eternally. It is as important to be about God's kingdom here on earth, as it is to pay attention to God's kingdom eternally.
7. We encourage small groups to have discussions that are filled with love and mutual respect. Each person has a unique faith journey that has brought them to this place. We encourage open, honest, non-judging, safe conversations and the freedom to ask questions.
8. We learn from the different perspectives shared in a small group context. In the diversity of perspectives, we will actively seek to find places where we share common ground.
Here are eight talking points that we will be using at Incarnation for groups that might have concerns relating to the big issues in Rob Bells new book Love Wins. These came about during conversations with small groups that currently use Rob Bells short videos- NOOMA.
1. "Who is saved" and "how salvation happens" are questions filled with mystery. While we can talk about a variety of theological perspectives and personal viewpoints, ultimately, these questions are filled with mystery and not certainty.
2. It is God who decides, not any of us. We believe in a God that is bigger than anything humans can comprehend, with greater knowledge and understanding. Fortunately, "who is saved" isn't our decision to make.
3. We believe that God's love and grace are clearly revealed in the person of Jesus Christ. We believe that salvation, individually and for the world, comes through the grace of Jesus Christ. We believe that the best expression of God is Jesus Christ.
4. We are grounded in God's grace. We believe that grace of God is filled with compassion, forgiveness, and love. It is not based on something we do or something we believe, but ultimately a gift from a loving God. Our understanding of grace opens us to the possibility that God's grace and love may be broader and more expansive than anything we, as humans, can comprehend or imagine.
5. While we believe in the saving power of love and grace expressed in Jesus Christ, that doesn't mean that Jesus isn't at work in the world in other ways, and perhaps through other religions.
6. We believe that God's Kingdom is here on earth, right now. Questions for heaven, hell, and salvation are just as relevant to how we live out our lives today, as they are eternally. It is as important to be about God's kingdom here on earth, as it is to pay attention to God's kingdom eternally.
7. We encourage small groups to have discussions that are filled with love and mutual respect. Each person has a unique faith journey that has brought them to this place. We encourage open, honest, non-judging, safe conversations and the freedom to ask questions.
8. We learn from the different perspectives shared in a small group context. In the diversity of perspectives, we will actively seek to find places where we share common ground.
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