The hard drive on my laptop crashed while in San Diego at the Area Administrators' meeting, preventing me from sharing about an extremely valuable conversation that we had with General Director Ron Duncan regarding the challenges confronting the Church of God. And these are much more than merely financial. They touch the core of who we are and how we relate to each other. Again I am impressed with Dr. Duncan's willingness to listen and openness to explore perspectives that challenge our status quo. Our discussions with him are just the beginning of many more that he is planning to have across the church in various settings and with a broad spectrum of people.
One of the opportunities just announced is a special town-hall meeting on "The State of the Church" hosted by Dr. Duncan and General Assembly chair Bob Moss at this summer's North American Convention. This event will be held on Monday, June 29 at 3:30pm at Reardon Auditorium.
Talking about the NAC, also announced are some significant venue changes for the services. Because of the high cost of equipping the Kardatzke Wellness Center in an environment of financial crisis two local churches will host the services instead. The evening services will be held at the relatively new Madison Park Church of God with shuttle service provided. The morning services will be held at Park Place Church of God.
These NAC changes are significant beyond just a building change. They also reflect the continued devolution of this event and its significance in the light of our movement. I really wonder if the NAC as it is can really survive. More so than ever we must be willing to explore new models for connection and drawing our people together.
These are interesting times. And we must be prepared to pray, dialogue and work for God's purposes.
One of the opportunities just announced is a special town-hall meeting on "The State of the Church" hosted by Dr. Duncan and General Assembly chair Bob Moss at this summer's North American Convention. This event will be held on Monday, June 29 at 3:30pm at Reardon Auditorium.
Talking about the NAC, also announced are some significant venue changes for the services. Because of the high cost of equipping the Kardatzke Wellness Center in an environment of financial crisis two local churches will host the services instead. The evening services will be held at the relatively new Madison Park Church of God with shuttle service provided. The morning services will be held at Park Place Church of God.
These NAC changes are significant beyond just a building change. They also reflect the continued devolution of this event and its significance in the light of our movement. I really wonder if the NAC as it is can really survive. More so than ever we must be willing to explore new models for connection and drawing our people together.
These are interesting times. And we must be prepared to pray, dialogue and work for God's purposes.
2 comments:
Lloyd,
As a young guy who doesn't really have the emotional connection to the traditions in Anderson, I am excited about the venue changes. This is just one positive consequence of a very difficult financial situation. I think it will improve the overall atmosphere of the meetings.
I also think Ron Duncan and his staff are to be commended for the openness that they have exhibited through this turbulent time. Again....I am not 'in the know' when it comes to CHOG Ministries, but from my perspective, I can't see how they could be more transparent.
I would be quick to agree with those who say "VC" and camp Meeting were the glue that held us together. I would be just as quick to affirm my belief that we are not just a "one system" glue together; we are perfectly capable of developing other creative means of bonding.
I wish readers would be as transparent as R Duncan is attempting to be, and share here on Lloyd's blogsite their creative insights about how we could improve our NAC and our bonding et al.
I see more than ever reason for hope of a positive future. We have an opportunity to MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
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