Pentecost is approaching and God’s Spirit is still being poured out. But the Spirit comes not to entertain or dazzle. The Spirit comes to empower, to form a people, and to make the Church the Church. We need the church to be the church. We need to return to the teaching, the discipline, and the … We Need the Church to Be the Church
As soon as I learned Angel Blue was singing Aida on New Year’s Eve, I got tickets and booked flights! What better way to celebrate the coming New Year?! I tried but I cannot hold my peace: This performance of Aida was a HUGE disappointment. I could never imagine this glorious House allowing a tenor … Aida at the Metropolitan Opera
In Payne Chapel, Nashville, where my father served as pastor, my encounter with the sanctity of Holy Communion was profoundly memorable. The chancel, adorned with pristine white linen, and the dim sanctuary lights during the sacrament, etched a deep impression in my young mind. This sacred space, reserved for ordained clergy and stewardesses, was further … Celebrating Holy Communion Post-Pandemic
In a world marred by the cacophony of conflict, the cries of the innocent often echo across lands far beyond the epicenters of violence. The heart-wrenching narratives from the Israel-Hamas war and the Ukraine-Russia war reverberate with every soul who yearns for justice and peace. Yet, as Christians tasked with a divine mandate to be … Intentional Awareness and Peace Advocacy
We are overjoyed to share some truly exciting news with you. Our innovative initiative, the “Virtual Grace” program, has received a generous grant of $25,100 from the Texas Methodist Foundation (TMF). This support will be instrumental in launching our program, which has been designed to serve our cherished senior members, from Gen X to the … A Leap of Faith: “Virtual Grace” Program Receives Generous Grant From Texas Methodist Foundation
Hello everyone! I’m Roderick, and I’m delighted to invite you into my digital kitchen. This isn’t just any kitchen, mind you; it’s a kitchen where ingredients I’ve gathered from my travels and studies come together to form an exquisite recipe for expansive understanding. You see, much like creating a great meal, the pursuit of knowledge … Welcome to My Digital Kitchen