Jun 27, 2018
Dear friends in Christ, As I’ve traveled across our church, I’ve learned a great deal about the importance of Christian formation. Of course, we are formed by liturgy, by service to others, by scripture, and by daily prayer. But there is also value in courses. Taking a course about some aspect of our faith can … Continue reading Forward Today: New opportunities to grow in Christ
Jun 26, 2018
Online learning company ChurchNext has been acquired by Forward Movement, expanding the organization’s ability to fulfill its mission to inspire disciples and empower evangelists. This gives the 84-year-old ministry of the Episcopal Church a modern digital platform to more effectively help individuals and congregations thrive in their faith, by seeking online learning opportunities at their … Continue reading Forward Movement acquires online learning platform ChurchNext
Jun 20, 2018
Dear friends in Christ, Perhaps, like me, you have been disturbed by the news recently. Sometimes it looks like violence is spiraling out of control. Racism and sexism and other forms of discrimination, oppression, and diminishment appear to carry the day. It sure seems like we lack the kind of political leadership we need to … Continue reading Forward Today: Genuine love and truthful speech
Jun 13, 2018
Dear friends in Christ, This Sunday’s Gospel reading brings us the parable of the mustard seed. That will probably get most of the air time in pulpits, because if offers a powerful and compelling image of God’s kingdom. But there’s another bit in the Gospel reading that’s worth paying attention to. Jesus talks about planting … Continue reading Forward Today: The harvest has come
Jun 6, 2018
Dear friends in Christ, We are coming to that time of year when many of us slow down for the summer. If you’re a student, or if you have kids at home, the days seem much different now. Lots of us go on vacation for part of the summer. The pace of life changes. I … Continue reading Forward Today: Take prayer on vacation