Ryan's Blog
Jun 16, 2008
Genesis 16: Some further thoughts (and a confession) - Ryan
It is funny how sometimes as a pastor you can preach a message to yourself. Over the past couple weeks as we have searched for some adequate offsite facility for expansion of Emergence, at times like Sarai, I have attempted to rely a bit much on worldly wisdom, and mere ... More »
Apr 27, 2008
Building Multi-Sites on Mission, Not Men - Ryan
One of the waves sweeping the country in churches across America the last 5 years has been the multi site strategy. Multi site is a strategy where one church multiplies its efforts through increase in venues, or sites to expand its ability to impact its community. I have to admit, I like the ... More »
Mar 19, 2008
Easter Hymns (Part 4) - Ryan
This week... I am trying to reflect on some of the great hymns, as I prepare my heart for Easter... Feel free to join me this week in this discipline as I update my blog all week with the great hymns. Here Is Love by William Rees Here is love, vast as the ocean, Lovingkindness as the ... More »
Mar 18, 2008
Easter Hymns (Part 3) - Ryan
This week... I am trying to reflect on some of the great hymns, as I prepare my heart for Easter... Feel free to join me this week in this discipline as I update my blog all week with the great hymns. Man of Sorrows! What a Name (Hallelujah! What a Savior!) ... More »
Mar 17, 2008
Easter Hymns (Part 2) - Ryan
This week... I am trying to reflect on some of the great hymns, as I prepare my heart for Easter... Feel free to join me this week in this discipline as I update my blog all week with the great hymns. HOW DEEP THE FATHER'S LOVE FOR US HOW VAST BEYOND ALL ... More »