I’ve finished my sermon for tomorrow — it’s based on John 14:15-21 and I have titled it “You’ve Got A Friend”. The premise is that the Holy Spirit is with us to help us when we need it. Here’s a portion of the sermon: The promise that Jesus made to those first disciples is a [...]
Westboro Baptist Church in Topeka, Kansas seems to have a mission to let the world know that God hates just about everything they hate – homosexuals, the Pope, whatever they don’t like! This Church — started by Pastor Fred Phelps — seems to be intent on spreading hate and fear throughout the country. The local [...]
I read in this weeks Sojomail — the e-magazine of sent out by Sojourner’s — a great article by Jim Wallis. Wallis was writing in response to last Sunday’s Justice Sunday to express his concern that some Christian leaders — and other leaders using the name of faith — are using their ideas about the [...]
I am the pastor of Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Florence, SC. I have been a Presbyterian Church (USA) pastor for over 20 years. I'm married, with no children - but 3 dogs! I enjoy meeting people, reading, blogging, watching sports, and fishing -- among other things.
The opinions you'll find here are mine alone. They do not necessarily express the views of my church, my Presbytery, my denomination, my family, my friends, or anyone else. The attempted humor you'll find here is definitely mine.
Bill Hayes
