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EKKLESIA - Come or Go?

The NT Greek word for church is EKKLESIA. So what? I have been verbal about the state of the American Church in the last few years. Possibly I should have been more verbal over 20 years ago! As I read the Scriptures, the words challenge me more and more. Even more intriguing is my reading the Bible challenges my Theology. Let me explain: In 1967, at age 14 I became a Christ follower (the term we used then was born-again believer). By the time 1969 rolled around, I was involved with a large Christ-focused youth and adult camp in upstate NY. I heard for the first time about the Doctrine of the Holy Spirit. I hadn't been challenged in Scriptural studies about specifics until now. I had a lot of questions. This began a life of seeking the Scriptures BUT not so much seeking the mind of the Almighty. Instead, my study took me to a support of certain doctrinal theories of others (my teachers, my profs, my pastors even my discipler). Very little of my study explored alternative thinking bu

Finalizing the SNC Reunion

We have had offers for the Reunion BBQ and now all we need is the date. An email and posting here will be forthcoming. Watch for a note on this blog about EKKLESIA. That is the greek word for "church"! I hope it will stir your thinking. Another thing: We have reopened the original SNC website with some major variations. The site is a work in progress -- some of the pages are being worked on still, but take a look anyway. The address is www.geocities.com/sundaynightconnection . Finally, Kathy's progress is amazing. Some great news was relayed during a recent therapy session at HealthSouth. We'll be sharing that info very soon. Kat.Blog (her updated site) is http://katykleen.blogspot.com . We hope to see you soon.

REUNION! A BBQ & Praise Fest Gathering, Too!

An SNC Reunion BBQ and Praise Fest Gathering is being tossed around. We've spoken to a few of the SNC Gang who seem quite excited about this. We'll have a BBQ Pot Luck at a local home and at another time and location enjoy a time of Praise, Worship, Sharing and Fellowshipping together (even with a meal ... just like always). If you have any ideas let me know asap as we get the word out and dates settled. THE MISSION IS STILL BEFORE US In early April 2007, on our yearly anniversary trip to Maine, Kathy and I viewed a new video series on being missionaries to introduce non-Christ followers to Jesus. The 4-Lesson series is based on the book and life of a Chicago pastor who has branched out from the comforts of his church community and has embraced others outside that community to see the staggering results of others giving their lives to Jesus. The title of the series is "Just Walk Across the Room" and is a fantastic home neighborhood connection to aid in our mission. Fu