Reinventing the Wheel
Twenty-two years ago, alongside Rod Hugen and a few other dedicated individuals, I helped establish the Village Church within the humble setting of a Messianic Jewish congregation's building. Right from the start, I was passionate about the idea of reinvention. My firm belief was that community and creativity flourish when we approach things with a fresh perspective, akin to reinventing the wheel. For the Village, this translated into creating…
The Sorrowful Path: Embracing Grief in the Shadow of Dragons
The Sorrowful Path: Embracing Grief in the Shadow of Dragons It is evident that our world is beset with perils and evil, akin to the dragons and serpents that serve as potent symbols of death and devastation in the Old Testament. In contemplating the conflicts and chaos that plague our globe, it becomes a sorrowful exercise to acknowledge that such strife seldom spares the innocent and often consumes the…
Faith and Community
Faith & Community: Mars Hill and Solomon In the year 1998, when the internet was still in its beginning stages compared to its current speed, I set out on a mission. I was looking for faith-based communities that were not just following the status quo but were also embracing change and innovation. At that time, I was leading a unique college and singles group within a moderately sized church…