Here are some more thoughts (a follow up from previous post) on rereading Scripture from a contextually sensitive interpretation: ________________________________ The practice of hermeneutics is one that needs to be carefully treaded upon, but one that must be consulted if we are to read the Bible for the sake of our children as Nolan Fewell … Continue reading Rereading Scripture – mutual ground for multi-generational-sensitive Bible reading
Reflections from the Community
I just returned from Venezuela and will write more about my trip in a couple of days, but wanted to share this reflection. It was one of those therapuetic experiences that God is good enough to give us once in a while. As many of you are aware, this is the organization where our family … Continue reading Reflections from the Community
Bolivia case study report
Just a quick post to say that my Bolivia case study report focusing on empowering children has been posted on 180 degrees - Global Alliance with Street Children's website: http://www.180degreesalliance.org (click on "new 180 degree report" top right hand corner)
Compassion International-Sponsor a Child this Easter
Why not consider sponsoring a child with Compassion International? Our family just did. It's a great way to give during Easter and all year long. Compassion is a great organization that really cares for children. It's a great way to get the whole family involved in caring for children caught up in poverty. Click on … Continue reading Compassion International-Sponsor a Child this Easter
My Research
I frequently get asked what am I writing these days. Most of my research is focused on Church based reponse to street-living and working children. Here's a glimpse of some discoveries that I hope in time will impact the lives of children and youth. The focus here is on why children turn to the street. … Continue reading My Research
Church, Childhood and Slumdog Millionaire
I am still reflecting on the movie Slumdog Millionaire that I mentioned a few posts back. While the movie did not focus on care of children coming from at risk situations, the news following the movie has. Who is in the best position to care for children on the street and living in high risk … Continue reading Church, Childhood and Slumdog Millionaire
Curso MIPANA en ESEPA
For those of you in Costa Rica, please consider taking this course at ESEPA/para ustedes ubicados en Costa Rica por favor consideren tomar este curso en ESEPA.
Slumdog Millionaire, Street Children & Hollywood
Well I did it, I finally watched Slumdog Millionaire. It took a while to get down here, but it finally made it. On a side note, DVD's are frequently available before the movie is even in the theater. This past week, Christina and I took our date night, and watched it. Probably would not be … Continue reading Slumdog Millionaire, Street Children & Hollywood
Missions Week at ESEPA – Reflections
A number of months ago we celebrated our Missions emphasis week here at ESEPA. I met with a pastor today (over gallo pinto= a delicious mix of beans, rice and spices) and was really encouraged in hearing him describe how the missions conference here at ESEPA got him and his church thinking about the needs … Continue reading Missions Week at ESEPA – Reflections
Red Hand Day
This was just passed on to me from the Children at Risk team at Fuller Seminary. Great stuff! Let's join the protest! ------------ We would like to share with you this resource regarding the issue of child soldiers. The following is taken from the PCUSA website (http://www.pcusa.org/children/) where you can find more information. "February 12, … Continue reading Red Hand Day
Development and Justice 