Contemporary worship not a fix-all
Some traditional churches are challenging the conventional wisdom that style is everything.
“The experience of worship should be different from anything else we do in our lives. A reliance on technology and digital visual imagery is so much a part of our culture, that a respite from it immediately feels different.” --C. Sorrells
Alabama’s Episcopal bishop vote for same-sex blessings but won’t allow them in his Diocese
"I don't have a timetable in mind," he said. "I foresee that that's a possibility."
Theology is an ongoing revelation," he said. "It' s influenced by context. There are parts of the country that are more conservative and traditional, and there are parts of the country that are more liberal. In Alabama, it would be divisive within the Episcopal Church. We are deeply conflicted about this. I'd like for us to work through and pray about it."
Declaration on the Special Creation of Adam and Eve
Adopted by the Session of Trinity Presbyterian Church, Statesboro, Georgia
According to information available to The Aquila Report, this is the fourth Session to adopt this, or similar, declaration on Special Creation. The other three are: Midway Presbyterian, Powder Springs, GA; Grace Presbyterian, Douglasville, GA; Trinity Presbyterian, Orangeburg, SC.
The National Council of Churches, the Vietnam War, and the Trials of the Protestant Left
A religious institution may be a sociological necessity, but it ultimately seeks its own perpetuation.
The NCC enjoyed better relations with the Clinton administration. It was able to muster some opposition to George W. Bush’s invasion of Iraq, but it has never been able to organize a ground game approaching that of the religious right.
Insider Movement Report
What are the guidelines for translating words related to Christ’s Sonship?
To change or substitute non-familial or social familial terms with the common biological terms in Scripture is to move in a direction contrary to Scriptural intent. The Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) erected a study committee to examine the Insider Movement in foreign missions and Bible translation. This movement has sought to use language that... Continue Reading
Northeast U.S. United Methodists Vow Pro-LGBT Defiance
Evangelicals Pledge Fidelity to Church
Despite the NEJ vote defying the church on sexual ethics, one of its three newly elected bishops is a graduate of Asbury Seminary and considered evangelical. Rev. Mark Webb of York, PA, was elected after a prolonged gridlock that culminated with 35 ballots.
A Word From The Associate Reformed Presbyterian’s Principal Clerk
General Synod 2012 by the numbers
It is notable that Synod in years past was in session from the Monday evening worship through Friday evening (or afternoon if we behaved ourselves), and never was there any need for a quorum call. Now we have more churches, more possible delegates, more ministers, more reports to deal with, and instead of four days of work, we have only two scheduled, and we cannot even commit to attend that.
Charleston (SC) City Council gives PCA Congregation 60 days to raise $1.6M to buy building
Mayor speaks eloquently about the church and how important it is to keep it in its current use
Redeemer Presbyterian Church at 43 Wentworth St., Charleston, SC must raise $1.6 million by Sept. 11, or the original deal to sell the historic property to Charleston businesswoman Nancy Snowden will be back in place. (Editor's Note: Redeemer is a PCA congregation; Senior Pastor is Craig Bailey
Catholic Loyalty Oath? How about a Presbyterian Loyalty Oath?
What would happen if loyalty oaths were really practiced?
An article like this could be written for absolutely ANY denomination or faith group, so as you read, just substitute your own connection and constitutional documents and approved curriculum. Recently a story from the online version of the American Conservative Magazine came to my attention. It deals with a letter that the Roman Catholic... Continue Reading
Why I’ve Stopped Singing in Your Church
Whatever happened to the previous 2,000 years of church music history?
To be candid, I know how to behave in your church. I’ve been raised in it my entire life. So I know how to fake it when necessary. Lately, it’s been very necessary when the music is playing and we’re supposed to be singing, you know, to God. Frankly, I’m tired of it. Maybe all the... Continue Reading
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