by Joe LaGuardia | Aug 5, 2015 | Opinion
An advertisement from a church looking for a new pastor caught my attention. It read: “Wanted: Pastor for small church. Must excel in preaching, teaching, pastoral care, administration, leadership, vision setting, missions, ministry, church growth. Also, 10... by Colin Harris | Jun 9, 2015 | Opinion
Richard Young, one of the pioneers of clinical pastoral education, offered a cryptic expression of the ethical perspective with which we seem to enter this world. “I want what I want when I want it,” he said 50 years ago in a seminary class. A young child... by Joe LaGuardia | May 12, 2014 | Opinion
A friend of mine lives right down the street from her mother. They have a good relationship, and they’ve become closer since the woman’s father passed away a few years ago. Without him around anymore, though, the mother is demanding more of her time. My... by Bill Wilson | Sep 26, 2012 | Opinion
The headlines are relentless. I wince every time I hear of a minister violating sexual or moral boundaries. I listen sadly as clergy describe unrealistic demands placed upon them by their congregation. Over the years, I have seen the great harm inflicted on... by Sam Davidson | Mar 20, 2009 | Opinion
On a recent visit to Charleston, W.Va., I had enough time to get a nice run in while the sun was still high in the sky. There’s no better way to explore a new city than by running through its downtown and along its riverbanks. I left the hotel at the same time...
