This Friday’s Topic- From Tony

Hello all,

 

Robert will likely not be able to make this Friday’s discussion, and has asked me, Tony, to lead the discussion, just in case. 

 

Although there is a lot we could discuss, I’d like to discuss one element, or theme, of the emerging church.  One of the early streams of the emerging conversation, as exemplified by Dan Kimball’s books, “Emerging Worship” and “The Emerging Church”, is the idea that Christianity is now looking backward to the Ancient faith(s) as well as looking forward to the future (of media, societal changes, etc), referred to as Ancient-Future faith.  So, building on that perspective, here are some questions to think about:

1. From your perspective, does the emerging church have this Ancient-Future characteristic?  If you think so, what observations lead you to that conclusions?
2. Do you have aspects of an Ancient-Future faith?  If so, what elements are seen in your spiritual life?
3. In what ways is an Ancient-Future faith perspective helpful in furthering the Kingdom of God?  In what ways might it be a hindrance?

I look forward to seeing all those who can make it Friday at Panchos Grille!

February 2009 Cohort Meeting

Hello everyone,

Our February cohort meeting is scheduled for next Friday, February 20th, 2009, at 7pm at Pancho’s Southwestern Grille, which is located at 4325 Massillon Road (SR241) Green, Ohio 44232. I’ve felt for a little while now like our cohort is losing steam (perhaps since I became your de facto “leader;” hmmm…..). So I’m wondering first of all if anyone has any topics they’d like to discuss next week, and then also if there are any thoughts or suggestions as to what would make our time more useful, compelling, etc. After all, this is your cohort; what would you like to see done differently? Is there anything we should add? Do we need more structure? Less? The floor is open- what do you think?

Update: As it turns out, my wife is working this Friday overnight (she’s an RN and goes in at 6:30). In the past, I’ve brought my son to the cohort, but that hasn’t always worked so well; so I likely won’t be there this Friday. In my absence, Tony has been good enough to agree to lead our discussion on short notice and I’ll post his discussion prompt ASAP!