The Future of the Church #5 (see March 31)

Yesterday’s Lenten Noon Forum in “The Future of the Church” series was presented by the Most Rev. John Privett, Bishop of Kootenay and Archbishop of the Ecclesiastical Province of British Columbia and Yukon. The title for his address was, “Metaphors and Mystery: Discerning the Coming Church”.

Careless Language

I have been challenged recently to think carefully about the possible implications of metaphors I use. I am glad to be encouraged to look seriously at my use of language. How we use words is important. While we cannot control the way our words are received, or interpreted, those of us who speak in public as part of our professional lives, need to take responsibility for the way we address the people who listen to the words we speak.