Reverse African Mission Trip

August 25, 2010 By Zack Hunt

African clergy told to re-evangelise ‘ailing’ Anglican church The archbishop of Uganda has urged hundreds of African bishops to shake off their fears, shame and superficial dependency and re-evangelise the “ailing” churches of the west. In a rallying cry to the biggest constituency of the Anglican Communion, Henry Orombi said yesterday was time for Africans to “rise up and bring fresh life in the ailing global Anglicanism“. His call came on the day that US Episcopalians published a guide on liturgical and... Read more

Looking for a band for camp?

August 25, 2010 By Guest Contributor

Does this have anything to do with church or faith? Nope. But it’s too amazing not to post. I’m assuming you can book these guys for dirt cheap if you need someone for a retreat or summer camp. Read more

Rappin’ Time

August 24, 2010 By Zack Hunt

It should come as no surprise to see the church pushing the boundaries of rap and hip hop……..and by pushing the boundaries I mean throwing the words up on the screen for everyone to follow along. Forget auto-tune, power-point is the new wave of hip hop. Read more

Sound Bite Theology

August 24, 2010 By Zack Hunt

Personally, I blame Neil Armstrong. Ever since he walked out onto the surface of the moon and said those immortal words “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind”, we’ve been a society in love with the sound bite. We’re far too busy to sit down and hear the entire story, so just give us a quick one liner and let’s move on. Sometimes they’re serious, other times not so much, but either way they only have... Read more

Don’t Bring Cell Phones To Church

August 24, 2010 By Guest Contributor

Especially if you live in Zimbabwe. From Sunday News (link), A 21-YEAR-OLD man was early last week fatally stabbed at an overnight church gathering after he demanded his cellphone that was being used to provide lighting. Anyone else rethinking their iPhone Bible app yet? Read more

Best Church Picnic Ever

August 23, 2010 By Zack Hunt

How many shirts come off at your church picnic? I’m not sure exactly what this interpretive dance is about, but I’m sure there’s a message there somewhere…. Read more

American Jesus Hates the Environment?

August 23, 2010 By Guest Contributor

In the ongoing battle between us (the church) and them, many groups have found themselves lumped into the all-encompassing “them.” “Them” has included Catholics, New Agers, Democrats, emergents, women, universities, and Joel Osteen. Even more troublesome than some of those, is the fact that environmentalists now find themselves opposite the church. Somehow, taking care of Creation has become vilified in some corners of Christendom. How did this happen? Actually, it’s fairly obvious how it happened. Environmentalism became a concern of more liberal... Read more

Sermon Prep

August 23, 2010 By Zack Hunt

Here’s a behind the scenes look at what pastors go through every Sunday morning before church….. Read more

Can You Blame Them?

August 21, 2010 By Zack Hunt

Apparently a group of soldiers was punished for not going to a Barlow Girl concert. But, honestly, can you really blame them? Troops: Skipping Christian concert got us punished RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The Army said Friday it was investigating a claim that dozens of soldiers who refused to attend a Christian band’s concert at a Virginia military base were banished to their barracks and told to clean them up. Fort Eustis spokesman Rick Haverinen told The Associated Press he... Read more

Lego Bible

August 21, 2010 By Zack Hunt

This is why legos were really invented. Forget the NIV or the KJV, everyone needs a Brick Testament. Check out the whole thing. They really help the stories, even the law, come to life. Read more