Why are we talking about this? The Western church is currently going through a major shift that needs to be acknowledged. Pastors, church leaders, denominations, fellowships, and networks are all deeply engaged in conversations about the role of women in church leadership, striving to establish a standard on when and how women can teach, preach and lead in the local church.
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As we transition into a new year, a question echoes in our hearts and minds: “What’s Next?” Today, I’d like to help you with that question. Not in so much a practical sense, but in seeking God’s vision for your life. Are we willing to open ourselves to something greater? In the next few minutes, we’ll explore three spiritual practices from Romans 12, that can help us align our dreams and aspirations (maybe our New Year’s resolutions) with God’s purpose.
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In the past decade, the Yukon has been changing. The city of Whitehorse, in particular, has undergone a remarkable transformation. The most noticeable shift is seen in the increasing diversity of our community, making it an attractive option for immigrants seeking a new home.
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In recent times, instances of abuse have gained significant attention, with concerns raised about its occurrence within churches and religious settings. While it’s crucial to acknowledge and confront abuse in any context, it’s essential to understand the broader picture and not single out any specific institution.
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In 2029 Millennials will overtake Boomers as the largest generation in Western society. This shift has already started in the workplace. Although Gen-Xers have been working for a couple of decades, there was never enough to replace the massive number of working Boomers, most of whom were in long-term, and often supervisory positions.
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Every pastor claims to know the right way to evangelize. Many are also quick to downplay or disregard other methods or models of evangelism. Over my time in ministry, I’ve come to learn that the ways people come to know Jesus are both deep and wide. And we should be careful when targeting a single way to share the Gospel as the only way.
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It was my privilege to be a guest on the UnSeminary Podcast to discuss evangelism and outreach with my context, Whitehorse, Yukon. Why is this an important discussion? Because Whitehorse has a high density of self-identifying non-religious population, according to Statistics Canada. At just under 51%, it might even be the most secular city in North America.
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Congregations are still struggling to reach their pre-COVID numbers for physical gatherings. Some remain online or continue to meet in small groups at home. Congregations are dispersed in a way that we haven’t seen in centuries…or millennia. Church leaders are looking for direction. Will God provide direction? He will, in His time for His purpose.
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Bible, Church, Discipleship, Gospels, OT
We’ve been in a wilderness over the past two years. Our wilderness has been social, societal, phycological and political. It’s been very exhausting, like walking through the wilderness. We have been bombarded with fear through confusion, isolation and polarization.
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This Friday will be the final day of my sabbatical. In this longer-than-usual post, I will try my best to unpack what the past three months looked like and felt like. This post will be insightful for both (1) those who wondered what I was up to for 3 months, and (2) those who are considering a sabbatical in the future.
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What has your pastor and church staff had to endure throughout the pandemic? How might they be hurting or suffering as we hit the 2-year mark? What wounds might they be carrying?
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I’ve been sitting on this post for the past two weeks. As a pastor, it’s hard to know when to speak up and when to stay silent, since I have friends and family on both sides of this discussion. As I watch protesters being rounded up by police, I feel like it’s time to publish a few thoughts.
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