Lead a life … with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, making every effort to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Eph 4:1 A wonderful summation a sacristan’s life! The sacristan – altar guild member – silver polisher, floral arranger, handy-person, team player, caregiver … READ MORE…
Theories are rife among psychologists and police as to why the gunman in Aurora, Colorado, did what he did. Some of those theories center around the possibility of the gunman’s feelings of alienation. Maybe that will serve as an excuse, and perhaps even a reason for what prompted his senseless rampage in the theater on … READ MORE…
I was challenged in a way that I did not expect by the discussion on Sunday on the definition of marriage. Like many who attended I have opinions on the content and neutrality of the discussion but my thoughts are drifting towards hospitality and listening. In the intensity and emotion of the evening I almost … READ MORE…
I was part of the multitude from St.Paul’s that attended the “conversation” [2 1/2 hours, would you believe!] about gay marriage at the Skyline Church last week. There were, indeed, thousands in attendance — and the conversation was respectful. Thinking about it today, I’m struck with the almost diametrically opposed perspectives that were highlighted. Both … READ MORE…
The conversation about the Definition of Marriage at Skyline Church Sunday night, July 29, 2012, was held, at least on the surface, in a civil atmosphere. Below the surface there were, however, some strong emotions at work, which was to be expected. My main interest in attending was to observe Robert Gagnon, the very Calvinistic … READ MORE…
Last Sunday, Pastor Jim Garlow at Skyline Church in La Mesa invited 4 speakers to address the issue of gay marriage. Bishop Gene Robinson and and Dr. John Corvino spoke in support of it, and Dr. Rob Gagnon and Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse, spoke against it. As a society, we are more comfortable with and … READ MORE…
Susan Hulbert writes: Skyline church asked for no applause or outbursts and said they had a “friendship committee” that would escort violators out. Most people kept to this. Rob Gagnon with degrees from Dartmouth and Harvard wowed the crowd at the church with his scriptural juxtapositions of Jesus words and Old Testament prohibitions to argue … READ MORE…
I commend Skyline Church for holding this conversation and for inviting the Rt. Rev. Gene Robinson, Episcopal bishop of the Diocese of New Hampshire, and not the latest RuPaul look alike. Bishop Robinson had broad support in the audience, thanks to many Episcopalians who made the trip to La Mesa, including some from as far … READ MORE…
Last night several of us from the Cathedral found ourselves at Skyline Church in La Mesa to hear and in my case, possibly participate, in an event called “A Conversation About the Definition of Marriage.” Put together by Skyline’s pastor, Jim Garlow, there were four panelists, two for what we would call an inclusive view … READ MORE…
Marriage is on our mind this week. There’s the upcoming “Conversation on Marriage” at Skyline Church this Sunday, and a new 9am Forum Series asking “What makes long lasting relationships?” aimed at those in same-sex pr heterosexual relationship. This series is led by Dr. Marjorie Coburn, a clinical psychologist. The first forum on Sunday August 5th … READ MORE…