Dec 20, 2017
In the new Forward Today, Scott reflects on making time for grace this season—and “leaving space in this chaotic time for the still, small voice of God to speak or sing of the wonder of Christmas.” Dear friends in Christ, As we get closer to Christmas, the pace of life seems to quicken. Those last-minute gifts need … Continue reading Forward Today: We have all received, grace upon grace
Dec 14, 2017
In the new Forward Today, Scott considers John the Baptist, noting that we’d be well served to follow his example this season (clothing choices excepted!). Dear friends in Christ, Last Sunday, and again this Sunday, we encounter John the Baptist in our Gospel readings. Every year, his voice comes to us from the wilderness, proclaiming … Continue reading Forward Today: Preparing the way
Dec 7, 2017
The Latest and Greatest Broken In essays both humorous and achingly vulnerable, author Ryan Casey Waller urges us to join him in pouring out our brokenness, not just to God but to each other. Waller takes us through the trials of following Jesus during seasons of doubt and disbelief, anger, shame, and even hate, but … Continue reading Gift Guide to a Merry Christmas & a Spiritual New Year
Dec 6, 2017
In the new Forward Today, Scott reflects on a recent retreat with the Forward Movement leadership team–and inspiring projects to come. Dear friends in Christ, This week’s Forward Today is a bit later than usual. Sometimes I work ahead, but this week I did not. In fact, I was away Monday and Tuesday on a … Continue reading Forward Today: Inspiring and empowering