I am often asked if I am a preacher by people who attend events that I officiate.  When I say that I am a minister, I am then asked where I preach.  The difficulty of this misconception is compounded by many of my colleagues, people who would rather preach than minister.  There is a difference between these two activities - one involves mostly talking, while the other is primarily listening. Preaching requires a certain presumption, and is wholly self-serving.  It's something of an ego trip, an…See More

I am often asked if I am a preacher by people who attend events that I officiate.  When I say that I am a minister, I am then asked where I preach.  The difficulty of this misconception is compounded by many of my colleagues, people who would rather preach than minister.  There is a difference between these two activities - one involves mostly talking, while the other is primarily listening. Preaching requires a certain presumption, and is wholly self-serving.  It's something of an ego trip, an…See More

Hey gang! Welcome to the new members who have joined recently.  Feel free to share your thoughts. The summer has seen Our Fellowship Gatherings being conducted in outdoor locations.  Some have been at the Village Gate Square on the courtyard by Dark Horse Coffee, and others in my backyard.  We look forward to a few more months of good weather and outdoor gatherings. I will be slowing down a bit on my outreach work and concentrating more on building the base of the fellowship.  We will be…See More