I believe that it would be valuable for United Methodist annual conferences to mandate any new church construction be LEED certified. While this may lead to increased building cost, over time it yields positive benefits in energy and cost savings. This is a benefit for the denomination’s witness in the world and a positive benefit […]
Category: life
Categories
Seeding a Lawn (or a Life)
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to verticut and seed our lawn. This was a first for me as Nicole and I are homeowners for just over a year. I learned some things that have application in life. Choose the right seed – What you choose to plant will determine what will grow […]
Today is the second day that Nicole and I have had the opportunity to spend time at the 2009 Kansas State Fair. We left on Sunday afternoon and will be headed back to Kansas City tonight. It has been a great vacation with my family of origin. I invite you to check out http://www.kansasstatefair.com/ for […]
Categories
6 Powerful Words
I have been praying for you. These are powerful words. One of my friends, Ryan, said them to me this week. He indicated that he had specifically been praying for me throughout the month of July. July was a month of surprises and transitions for me, but I had been able to respond in ways […]
I am always looking for ways to unclutter my life and not checking Facebook is one thing I am considering. Once I started using Twitter and Tweet Deck as an application to manage connecting with others via Twitter, I have found less and less use for Facebook. I love the simplicity of Twitter – just […]
Earlier this week I found what I think will become a new favorite show – Better Off Ted. Besides feeling a connection with Phil and Lem, I found myself reflecting on life in the UMC. I appreciate the four areas of focus from the 2008 General Conference as it sometimes seems as if the denomination […]
Earlier this week I found what I think will become a new favorite show – Better Off Ted. Besides feeling a connection with Phil and Lem, I found myself reflecting on life in the UMC. I appreciate the four areas of focus from the 2008 General Conference as it sometimes seems as if the denomination […]
Categories
The Seven Faith Tribes by George Barna
I was excited to read the latest book from George Barna – The Seven Faith Tribes: Who They Are, What They Believe, and Why They Matter. I deeply appreciate the work of The Barna Group. The research that they produce about life and faith is insightful and often quite applicable to the local church. However, […]
This weekend, Nicole and I are traveling to Plains, KS to celebrate my grandpa’s birthday. There will be a big gathering of my aunts, uncles and cousins. The fun will include a garage sale, an amazing race, cookout at the lake, singing special music in worship and birthday dinner at the church. This will be […]
There are a plethora of restaurants not far from Resurrection. Two that are at the top of the list for me are Jimmy John’s and Chick-Fil-A. Each has a fun culture, fast service, good food, make a great place to meet someone for conversation and is master of one thing: Jimmy John’s = sandwiches Chick-Fil-A […]
Categories
A Call to Spiritual Formation
I go through seasons in my practice of spiritual disciplines and now is a time for a refresh. I found inspiration and encouragement in A Call to Spiritual Formation – a simple document addressing the need for continual spiritual formation of every Christian. I invite you to visit the website at http://acalltospiritualformation.info and sign your […]
Today, I neither had a picnic nor is it Monday, but I had a great time picnicking with a group of those in the congregation whose last names begin with M-R. We met at the Young Christian Outdoor Recreation Park off 199th on 69 highway. Each night this week there has been a different pastor […]
Rev. Andrew Conard 