Blog Break

Eight years ago this week, I sent my first little missive out into cyberspace at http://inaspaciousplace.blogspot.ca/2008/07/introduction.html

“Panicked Managerialsim”

It is a chilling expression in any context, but particularly when used to describe the operational life of the church.

10 Commandments For Church Leadership #2

Here are commandments six to ten of my Ten Commandments For Church Leadership:

10 Commandments For Church Leadership #1

There are ten principles by which I attempt to operate as a leader in the church.

Evils Of The Past

A prophetic and thought-provoking comment appeared this morning in response to Thursday’s post “No Justice In The Face Of Auschwitz.”

Brexit Generational Divide

…. or perhaps it is all just a generational thing.

“Estrangement Day”

We awaken this morning in a world that is a little less stable and even more unpredictable than it was just a day ago.

No Justice In the Face of Auschwitz

There is considerable irony in the fact that Giulio Ricciarelli’s 2014 film  “Labyrinth of Lies” which pleads for the preserving of painful memories has received so little attention since its release two years ago.

Takeaway From Clergy Conference #7 (of 7) – Fear

Beneath much of what was said at the recent Diocese of BC Clergy Conference lay an air of fear. A vague sense of unease hung at the edges of many conversations.

Takeaway From Clergy Conference #6c – Trust

Clearly there are times when it is neither healthy nor sane to remain in a relationship. When a relationship becomes so hurtful and dysfunctional that there can no longer be any hope of other than more pain, it is time to leave.