This is not a new discussion by any means.  I don't intend to add any thought to the topic.  But this is the season (the week) it comes out the most.  So, what are your thoughts about the whole foot washing thing?  We at Oak Haven will not emphasize it this year.  Last year's Maundy Thursday service did focus on the act and offered the opportunity to participate.  Most of those present did participate.  The final team meeting...

Someone is preparing this song for our Maundy Thursday service. It is in The Faith We Sing songbook and is called Come Share the Lord. I've enjoyed using that resource since being here at Oak Haven; I never used it before then. There are a bunch of nice songs to use. Let me know what you think about this one. Maybe I'll be able to post what we do on Thursday. Here are the lyrics: We gather here In Jesus name His love is burning in our hearts Like...

I don't know if you have recognized my profile picture.  Someone from Oak Haven is really good at this.  So good, in fact, I offered a special assignment.  The project is almost done.  Of course, I can't tell you what it is now because it is a surprise.  Only a small group of people know--they have sworn themselves to secrecy....or ELSE! Just wanted to share the picture with you.  Look at the full set of hair.  Stay ble...

Here is something I am working on and would appreciate your input regarding.  Sometime just after the Easter holiday I would like to launch a lectionary group at Oak Haven.  This group would consider the weekly lectionary readings used for each Sunday worship service.  There are several reasons I am looking forward to having this group. First, I love it when people get into the text and begin to discover things, and come away with faith forming...

   Where does the practice of preaching fit into the world of the Church today? How is it used, and of what significance is it to those who would listen? These are just a few of the questions that can be taken from a reading of Charles Campbell’s The Word Before the Powers. It becomes clear Campbell believes preaching is an ever important element of the Church’s ongoing formation and resistance to the powers at work within the world. Therefore,...

There is great joy in spending time with our children!  That's partly why I appreciate this video.  Sure, these are world-wide performers known by millions of people.  More than that though I see, hear and feel that joy between a father and his son sharing in something they both love. As I watch this video I wonder what activities I can share with my children.  Do I know my children well enough to appreciate experiences like this? ...