The Gospel of Judas

Have you heard about the gospel of Judas? To quote Christianity Today - When the Gospel of Judas was unveiled in April, much of the American press and public were bowled over by this "lost" Gospel's claims that Judas was Jesus' favorite, that he was the only disciple who understood Jesus' mission, and that Jesus told Judas to hand him over to the authorities, so that Judas would "sacrifice the man that clothes me." What are your thoughts about this book?

Rev. Ray's Reading List

While I'm on Sabbath Leave, what books would you suggest I read and why? Here's your chance to share your thoughts about my library!

"An Unworkable Theology"

A Pastor friend of mine brought my attention to this article. It describes the theological climate of the Episcopal Church and my friend suggests that our beloved United Methodist Church may be headed in the direction of the EC. Read the article An UnWorkable Theology and give your thoughts.

Immigration!

So, the President has a plan. Congress is debating. People in several major cities have protested any thought of returning illegal immigrates to their native land or even punishing them for breaking the law. What is your take on legal and illegal immigration in our country today?

Church Membership

What does Church Membership mean to you? Read the article I linked from our May 12th E-Letter and give your thoughts and opinions.

Is Jesus the Only Way to God?

John 14:6 declares that Jesus is the only way to the Father or does it? What is your understanding? Are there other ways to God besides Jesus?

Episcopalians & Gay Bishops

The Episcopal Church has batteled internally with the election of an openingly gay Bishop. The election of the next Bishop brought about some more turmoil. Read the article (click the heading Episcopalians & Gay Bishops) and give your thoughts.

Judicial Council Decisions Posted

The Judicial Council of the United Methodist Church has posted their decisions from last week's meeting. Decisions, 1031 and 1032, were petitioned for reconsideration. Here is what happened: 1st, the petitions for reconsideration of Decision 1031 filed by Bishop Charlene P. Kammerer (Virginia Conference) and that conference’s Board of Ordained Ministry are denied. 2nd, the petitions for reconsideration of Decision 1032 filed by Bishop Charlene P. Kammerer (Virginia Conference) and that conference’s Board of Ordained Ministry are denied. Read the links and the main report from Good News and give your thoughts.

The Da Vinci Code

So what have you heard about the book made into a movie - The Da Vinci Code?

Define Sin

Define sin! Are some sins worst than others? What sins will keep a person from receiving God's grace? Which sins should keep a person out of church membership?