You've gotten the advertisements in the mail--the oversized postcard promising the answers to all your theological questions in a five-sermon series at the new community church down the way. Christianity 101, How to be a Better Christian, The Real Truth About God.
The real truth is the answers aren't easy, and faith is far more of a journey than a lecture series. However, it would be handy for us to take a good look at a few pieces of basic theology along the way--something shorter than a sermon, something more frequent (I'm aiming for weekly) than a Presbyram lead (my every 4-6 week spot in the bi-monthly newsletter at First Presbyterian Church, High Point, NC), something less scheduled than a Sunday morning Sunday school class, something a bit more theologically astute than some of the junk you can surf through on the web, something more laid-back than an official piece of doctrine. Something sort of, well... bloggy.
So here it is, a blog from your Associate Minister. My goal is to provide a place for folks to be flexibly theologically connected, where perhaps high-minded theology might coincide with common thoughts, where every so often you might learn or better understand a theological term or two, where every now and then we could reflect on the seasons of our faith.
Feel free to comment or even offer your own thoughts for future topics.
Grace and peace,
Jess
About Me
- Jess
- Jess Scholten, Associate Minister, First Presbyterian Church in High Point, NC. But also, and in some cases more importantly... wife of fabulous husband-Tom, born in the lovely town of Holland (Michigan, that is), graduate of Hope College and Western Theological Seminary, world traveler, restorer of our log home, Presbyterian Minister ordained in the Reformed Church in America, seven on the enneagram, avid reader, favorite daughter/sister/and well, current associate minister, right?
13 comments:
Great initiative, Jess! I look forward to keeping up with your blog.
Doug Clark
I think it is a wonderful idea. I look forward to future blogs.
S. Veach
Well, I can't wait to learn more.
John Lucas
Well, I just heard about this this morning at Mens' Prayer Breakfast so I thought I'd check this out. This is my first blog experience. Don't know how often I'll check in, but the idea of a journey fits right in with what we tell the Confirmands - so right on.
From precious, to contemplative . . . write on sister, write on!
Great idea, Jess.
Thanks!
John McCorkle
I don't know if I'm capable of anything 'high minded'!
Great idea Jess!
Scott Bethune
My first experience with blogging; I look forward to reading more.
A wonderful idea you have. I look forward to reading more. Anne Lamott is one of my favorites, too. I'm reading "Plan B" right now. Jess, you're so neat!
Peace,
Lauren V.
Thanks for all your encouragement! My new goal is Wednesday noon for the weekly post.
I like it! I remember a former pastor saying that "in the early church, members would shout out questions or comments during the sermon" and the early services were very interactive( if someone didn't understand a point the minster was trying to make, they would just ask questions). That would, of course, be totaly inappropriate, but the blog allows for interaction 'in order'.
Thanks, Ralph Cox
Jess, I hope to enjoy your blog all the way in Kalamazoo... Can't wait to learn more from your contemplations. I miss hearing your words, so i'll read them instead! Christee D
Goodmorning Jess! Just read the blog, you mentioned yesterday, at the new member class,(which I am enjoying learning,meeting new friends,and ever growing in faith).I am anxious as well, to hear of your ideas, and thoughtful reflections.It's nice to have a "web church" during the week to keep me inspired, and on the right track of Christian living. I'll be looking for the new blog on Wednesday!
Christiana Kennelly
I think you are off to a terrific start. We need more communication with all of our members. This will help along the road to supporting each other!
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