This reminds me of the time we had with Brian McLaren when he was with us in Malaysia in 2007.
Category: Church
STATEMENT OF CCM YOUTH – DEATH BY DETENTION?
I think the statement below by the Council of Churches of Malaysia Youth is the first official statement from a Christian group. Individual Christians have spoken up, it’s good to hear the voice coming out of a faith collective! What struck me was the names listed, read on for more. ** STATEMENT OF CCM…
Why Elephants?
The Mentoring Project – Elephant Musth Cycle from The Mentoring Project on Vimeo. Good stuff. I think something like this is so needed in Malaysia too. I know we do have it at some level. For that I’m grateful. But it’s hard because we all have so much on our plate. And in some situations…
Malaysian Care – 30 years!
Wow! Thirty years! I’m so grateful for Malaysian Care. They have shown us that Malaysians can indeed care. For many Christians, churches and even beyond the Christian circles, they have played an important role in raising awareness, provide training, and making opportunities available for ALL of us to do the right thing for the common…
Missio Dei
I showed this clip as part of my message on Sunday based on Mark 6:1-13. Thanks Pastor Claudio Oliver. We need to hear this, reflect on what you’ve said, and “do church” in a way that’s more faithful to the “Mission that has us”!
God goes around picking us up …
Raphael Warnock speaks on the significance of life experience and seminary education in good preaching. (HT: Working Preacher) As one who “preaches” as part and parcel of my work and ministry whether it’s at least three Sundays per month or responding to a variety of invitations from those whom trust me to share “God’s Message”,…
Ray S. Anderson (1925-2009)
I’ve met more than a few people who either have studied under Ray before or know him personally. I’ve read a number of his books, The Soul of Ministry was timely when I needed it and I have a copy of “Theological Foundations For Ministry” edited by Ray which my late uncle Justus Koo gave…
Imaginary Inquisition (I mean Interview)
Don’t take this personally .. Imaginary Inquisition (I mean Interview) Interviewer: "what is your theological position"? Crazy Maker: … changing? Interviewer: are you orthodox? Crazy Maker: Not eastern Interviewer: are you a heretic? Crazy Maker: yes as far as Vipers are concerned! (HT: John the Baptist) Interviewer: so you are emergent? Crazy Maker: hmmm …….
HOW MUCH RELIGIOUS FREEDOM IS THERE? – CCM Public Forum 27 June 2009
Looks like there’s a growing momentum for more “conversations” (my preferred term 🙂 ) to help create greater awareness on crucial concerns affecting every citizen in Malaysia. ECUMENICAL SOCIAL FORUM ” HOW MUCH RELIGIOUS FREEDOM IS THERE ? When? 2.00 – 4.00PM, Saturday, 27TH June 2009 Where? TRINITY METHODIST CHURCH, PETALING JAYA, 6 Jalan 5/37,…
Didache Top Ten
Thanks Tony Jones for this . 10. Give to every one who asks you, and don’t ask for it back. The Father wants his blessings shared. 9. Welcome anyone coming in the name of the Lord. Receive everyone who comes in the name of the Lord, but then, test them and use your discretion. If…