We’ve read several books written by Marcus Borg. Here is a recent interview with him.
Month: February 2011
Social Media Revolution
One thing I would like to do with this site is share information related to what we are discussing on Tuesdays, but not necessarily on topic. One such topic is social media. There are many different definitions for social media but basically it is the label that has been put on variety of Internet applications like Facebook, Twitter, and yes, blogs. This past Tuesday I attended a webinar titled “The Social Network: Church Style” by Kimberly Knight. At the beginning of the webinar Kimberly played this video on YouTube (please click the link), which I think does a good job of putting into context the topic of social media.
How is this affecting churches today, and how will it affect churches tomorrow?
Discussion About The God Question
Are there any questions or comments about Part 3, Chapters 10 & 11 of McLaren’s book?
How Does The Bible Have Authority?
A New Kind Of Christianity Part 2 Notes
On February 22 we discussed Part 2 of McLaren’s book, The Authority Question, chapters 7 thru 9. Here are the book notes used during tonight’s discussion.
Our Questions
A New Kind Of Christianity is structured around ten questions that Brian McLaren says is transforming the Christian church. During our first session we brainstormed and created the following list of questions that may be asked either within or outside of the church.
What’s up with all of the denominations?
So, why is the church so hung up about sin and sex?
Can we live without God? Have we evolved to the point that we don’t need God?
Is any of this real, or is it all made up?
Specifics about Jesus: Was he really born of a virgin? Was he really God? Did he really rise from the dead?
Why do we need to be forgiven of sin?
Is there such a thing as “Original Sin”?
How do we decide what we are going to stick with from the bible, and what we are going to throw out?
Why do I need to go to church? Is being part of church necessary to have a spiritual life/relationship with God?
Why are women always treated as lesser than men in Christianity, Judaism and Islam?
Where does the authority come from?
What voice should the church have in today’s secular world?
Is there a heaven? Do I have to be a Christian to get there?
Is the idea of a hands-on (e.g. interventionist) God inconsistent with a modern, secular worldview?
So, why did the bible stop 1,000 years ago? Why is there no sequel?
Discussion About The Authority Question
Are there any questions or comments about Part 2, Chapters 7 thru 9 of McLaren’s book?
Discussion About The Narrative Question
Are there any questions or comments about Part 1, Chapters 4 thru 6 of McLaren’s book?
What Is The Shape Of The Biblical Narrative?
A New Kind Of Christianity Part 1 Notes
On Tuesday, February 15 we started discussing Part 1 of McLaren’s book using these notes that Pastor Brad put together. Next week we will start with Chapter 6.
Learning From Others, Seeking The Way 