Methodist Blogs Weekly Roundup # 57

Here's the week in review in the Methodist blogosphere:

2Theo2 wrote about the attitudes that different generations have toward communion.

Andy Bryan blogged about sex education in public schools and how we can apply the 'cleansing of the Temple' by Jesus to today's life.

Andy Stoddard lectionary blogged for March 13, 14, 16, 17, and wrote about Benedictine principles for healtcare.

At Appian Way, Clif Guy asked why MySpace is so successful and Brian Slezak wrote about the communication gap between moderns and post-moderns.

Chris Morgan wrote about the day when the Air Force nuked South Carolina and the heroes of pharmaceutical research.

At Bandits No More, Richard Heyduck wrote about an Afghan man on trial for converting to Christianity, his proposal for a seminary curriculum, breaking the 200-attenders barrier in church growth, and what UMC universities should foster in students. Steve Heyduck wrote about the success of American sports abroad.

Betty Newman wrote about antique Christians.

Beth Quick blogged about prefering certain Scriptures over others and a remarkable story of a man ordained as an Episcopal priest while in prison.

Brian Russell preached on the radicalism of Jesus' teachings and wrote about the usefulness of blogging to pastors.

Bruce Alderman wrote that we need diversity in the Church to accomodate different images of God.

At Connexions, Joel Thomas wrote about how the UMC should revise its pastoral evaluation process (Best of the Methodist Blogosphere!). Richard Hall wrote about the political/operatic activities of the British National Party.

CBRN wrote that what evolutionists call dinosaurs were actually dragons and genetic statis in species.

Steve Heyduck wrote about people who live in their rear-view mirror.

Gavin Richardson blogged about a Methoblogger meetup in Nashville, explaining what it means to be Methodist, and liveblogging an Episcopalian election.

Gerry Charlotte Phelps wrote about praying for a less debauched America and how political attacks on Bush undermine American foreign policy.

Greg Hazelrig blogged about striving on to perfection.

Greg Lee wrote about putting your trust in God instead of yourself.

Growing Up blogged about what it means to be obedient.

Henry Neufield wrote an introduction to textual criticism, teaching intelligent design in public schools, the Christian doctrine of creation, redaction criticism of the Parable of the Sower, men's abortion rights, how politicians can capture the political center, an introduction to form criticism, reflecting on the good old days of church, Sino-Russian relations, and how textual criticism has influenced modern translations.

Jay Voorhees wrote that Christians need to own up to their bloody history.

John Battern wrote about the formulation of salaries in his Conference.

John Wilks blogged about the consequences of John 3:16, the accomplishments of St. Patrick, that we have no secrets from God, and how the modern UMC fails to promote holiness.

Jonathon Norman wrote about the life of St. Euphrasia, a Methoblogger meetup in Nashville, and whether or not the Church expresses to youth how important they are.

Just as I Am taught about being known completely by God.

Ken Carter wrote about giving up college basketball for Lent.

Larry Hollon blogged about why civilizations collapse, the trend of seminary growth, and the respect that journalism gets from the public.

Matt Kelley wrote about whether America's youngest generation can truly understand the horrors of war seen through their television screen.

Keith McIlwain wrote about The Onion article about missionaries and new inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Michael Daniel wrote about church mission statements derived from the Bible, South Dakota's abortion bill, and compliments from children.

Michelle Hargrave wrote about the grand cycle of youth ministry.

Mike Lamson reviewed Brian McLaren's new book.

Nate Loucks advised ministers not to accept appointments in their hometowns.

Neil Bishop wrote about how the mindset of business has invaded the modern Church.

At New Reality Blog, Jared proposed that the roles of elder and deacon be redefined in keeping with the needs of modern itinerancy and Ric wrote about the dynamics of change in older churches.

Olive Morgan wrote about what the Methodist Church (UK) is doing to make their churches more accessible for the disabled.

Padre Complex blogged about the role of District Superintendent in pastoral evaluations.

Jeffrey Croft wrote about trying to make peace between urban kids and police.

Jason Woolever blogged about the doctrine of the unforgivable sin and what incoming pastors in the UMC can expect from a lifetime in ministry.

Theresa Coleman wrote about murdered anti-war activist Tom Fox and cats, mooses, and Love Shack.

Sandpiper wrote about men-only Christian groups, such as Promise Keepers and God's approach to discipline.

Patti Wagner wrote about detoxing her body and mind during Lent (Best of the Methodist blogosphere!).

Lorna Koskela blogged about the state of women in Finland and the church, reviewed the book Dirty Dancing at the Prom, and intimidating prayer lives.

Kyrie Eleison admits that he's really into voyeurism (file under 'TMI'). He also says that we're all a bunch of whiners.

Steven Webster wrote about how the UMC Social Principles are promoting LGBT rights abroad.

Kurt Boemler blogged about his past experience with alcohol.

Brett Royal wrote that without the grace of God, we can do no good thing for ourselves or others.

Dale Lature pondered when the use of force by Christians is justifiable.

TNRambler test-drove the Volvo 570 SE.

Tony Mitchell preached on what the 10 Commandments meant for Israel and for believers today.

Turbulent Cleric wrote about why certain sermons are remembered for generations (such as Wesley's).

Scott McKay reviewed the book Irresistible Revolution.

Greg Crofford wrote about how the church has responded to technology over time.

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