One way you can tell that the Presbyterian Church (USA) (and other denominations also, for that matter) is a fractured group is by observing the number of “movements” that have sprung up in the past few years. The different movments seem to divide instead of unite us — so I am not sure they [...]
Here is a story about a pastor who spent thousands of dollars that belonged to his church — then sold property that actually belonged to the church and pocketed the money.
He’s been locked out of the church — but still preaches.
I guess my question is — why do they let him continue [...]
That’s Rick Warren on the cover of Time Magazine this week.
I found the article about him to be a great read — informative — and while not really “pro Rick Warren”, it was not “anti Rick Warren” either — just a good article about his influence on America.
I [...]
I watched Steven Curtis Chapman and his family on CNN’s Larry King Live the other night and was awed by the way they shared their faith in God even after their daughter was killed in a terrible accident — a terrible accident where one of his sons ran over her in a SUV.
For [...]
Someone once said that the 11:00 hour on Sunday morning is the most segregated hour in America. I believe it — it is rare to find a church that truly includes folks from different races.
This report from CNN shows that the national media is on to this also.
My question is — what [...]
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
