By Barry Howard July 4th falls on Sunday this year. Where will you be this Sunday morning? Independence Day falls on Sunday only every few years. The last time this occurred was 2004. The next time July 4th falls on…
Are future ministers up to the challenge?
By Barry Howard This week I’ve had the privilege of sitting around the table with a distinguished group of future ministers and veteran ministers in a retreat setting as we collaborated about our sense of calling, the challenges and opportunities…
Experiencing the passion of Holy Week
By Barry Howard This week is Holy Week — a time to experience the passion of Christ. Around the globe, Christians and other inquirers will be reflecting on the events leading up to the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus…
The eyes of Jesus are upon me
By Barry Howard When I got up this morning, I had this sensation that I was being watched. As I went to the kitchen to make the coffee (hazelnut, to be exact), I looked over my shoulder to see if…
My New Year’s resolutions … more or less
By Barry Howard The start of a new year is usually perceived as a season for clean slates and new beginnings. Depending on your perspective, you might consider New Year’s Day as a time to turn over a new leaf,…