Good Friday is one of those days that doesn’t get a lot of press. There isn’t a Good Friday bunny, and we don’t give out candy or treats, so growing up it was simply a prep day for Easter. To scope out prime hiding spots for Sunday morning, or sneak some of the candy pre-hiding. My parents did everything they could to teach me about the meanings behind those these events, but it never really connected.
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“Is it worth their time?” That question rarely gets asked in a church. We build programs, offer “conferences,” and plan events every night of the week without ever considering if it’s really worth it to people. Now, before you try to super spiritualize the conversation with “Time spent in church is always worth it,” let me explain what I mean. Rather than just offering programs or “opportunities” we need to really consider what it means for the regular family. Continue Reading…
Culture is quite finicky. It changes without warning, holds no loyalties, and is always moving. For the most part I don’t mind it. In fact, I enjoy certain elements of culture like social media, (somewhat) modern styles, and learning how the various generations interact. The problem is that I’m always playing catch up. No matter how much time I devote to learning about culture, I’m always a step or two behind. Continue Reading…
