My reason for calling this blog-site "Juggling without dropping" has to do with trying to take on board a whole range of new thoughts, possibilities, skills and techniques, but feeling like there is every chance some parts might "fall through the cracks". But that's OK. I feel as if I have visited this topic a few times now, and it gradually seeps in (like salt-damp!)
I have a sneaking suspicion that had the church facilitated the presentation of the Gospel through all the senses, and acted with creativity and flair for a few more centuries, we'd all be in a much healthier state now. I have come to see that in many ways the church environment is pallid, dour, predictable and boring - certainly by comparison to the "pizzaz" we are surrounded by on each side. I am tired of a predictable Jesus - which is so often how he is presented. I want to present him as he is - creative, passionate, colourful, not "boxed in", but shining with grace, hope, possibilities and power.....
SO - even before this week, I was determined to be more interactive and "community" in my approach as a Pastor, so I am noting HEAPS of possibilities to put into practice back home. Look out PtL.B.C.!
Hmmm - my catchcry for so many years: "Festina lente" - hasten slowly - probably wise. I wonder how patient I can be....
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Getting Started
a bit of a bio....
I live and work in the beautiful South Australian country port of Port Lincoln, with my best friend and wife, Elizabeth. It is my privilege to shepherd a flock of believers who are varied, but honest, earnest and approachable. My over-riding heart's desire in life is to see people grow in their relationship with God.
Our family of 4 children (3 married) are scattered about the place in Adelaide, Laura and Perth. We are about to become "Grandies" for the first time in just under 2 months. Cant wait!
Port Lincoln is the best place in the world to live.... as one local said, "When God created Pt L, he did so with all his creativity.... then the rest of the world got what was left over!" The only problem with that is that God is infinite in creativity and resourcefulness, so the rest of the world is gorgeous too!
I am enjoying the Intensive this week, feeling both challenged and motivated at the same time. I am looking forward to putting some of this stuff into practice.
I live and work in the beautiful South Australian country port of Port Lincoln, with my best friend and wife, Elizabeth. It is my privilege to shepherd a flock of believers who are varied, but honest, earnest and approachable. My over-riding heart's desire in life is to see people grow in their relationship with God.
Our family of 4 children (3 married) are scattered about the place in Adelaide, Laura and Perth. We are about to become "Grandies" for the first time in just under 2 months. Cant wait!
Port Lincoln is the best place in the world to live.... as one local said, "When God created Pt L, he did so with all his creativity.... then the rest of the world got what was left over!" The only problem with that is that God is infinite in creativity and resourcefulness, so the rest of the world is gorgeous too!
I am enjoying the Intensive this week, feeling both challenged and motivated at the same time. I am looking forward to putting some of this stuff into practice.
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