That story certainly brings the whole parable to life in a way that the original text never could. Other churches would be wise to learn from its example.
The story from Chagrin Falls is fun; I am reminded that I went to high school with at least four people from that village, some of whom are still probably there (I recognized one name). I would be grateful if someone would explain to me why some ministers make a point of talking about Jesus's parables, like the one about the talents, around Epiphany. It is probably just a piece of my defective Christian acculturation.
Because of a recent ton of spam and weird insulting comments from a brand-new poster, I'm putting in comment moderation for a bit. I'm planning to do comment moderation "Ms. Kitty Style," as in, with a very light touch and kicking only off-topic and unreasonably insulting posts.
That is an amazing story. I get so excited about the thriving religious life of America when I read about ministers and congregations like that.
ReplyDeleteThat story certainly brings the whole parable to life in a way that the original text never could. Other churches would be wise to learn from its example.
ReplyDeleteThe story from Chagrin Falls is fun; I am reminded that I went to high school with at least four people from that village, some of whom are still probably there (I recognized one name).
ReplyDeleteI would be grateful if someone would explain to me why some ministers make a point of talking about Jesus's parables, like the one about the talents,
around Epiphany. It is probably just a piece of my defective Christian acculturation.