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Comment on 180 Symposium Focuses Spotlight on Secular Campuses by Bill

Bill — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:46:56 +0000

That is an example of a conference that is doing something. Sebastien Braxton, whom I mentioned, is affiliated with them.

Comment on Transcending Talk with Tithe by Steve

Steve — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:12:05 +0000

I’m challenged by this practical and sacrificial suggestion. I find it easy to say, “Kudos” but what will my actions be after that short burst? Next, I look for something I can handle without altering my current path too much, which makes me wonder about the sacrificial thing again. And then I wonder what I will need to cut in order to make these changes. Rationalizing works its way in as I explain to myself that I’m already doing all that I can.

Repeat!

Comment on 180 Symposium Focuses Spotlight on Secular Campuses by Sean

Sean — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:11:08 +0000

I was surprised not to see CAMPUS mentioned. The Michigan Conference supports a major campus ministry under the leadership of Samuel Pipim.

Comment on 180 Symposium Focuses Spotlight on Secular Campuses by Tony Anobile Jr.

Tony Anobile Jr. — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:18:00 +0000

I think that this is a great idea! As spiritual leaders, we need to find ways to inspire and direct the next generation to come. Time, energy, and commitment are a vital part of that and I truly believe that this idea of tithing not only our financial assets, but our love, devotion, and time is refreshing and visionary. Keep up the good work, and let’s spread the word!

Comment on Transcending Talk with Tithe by Alex Pinilla

Alex Pinilla — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:41:02 +0000

Right on Alan! What you are asking is essential if our church is going to be renewed and continue to be a transformational agent in spreading the gospel message.

It is good to hear of our leaders’ realizations and desires to engage the new generations in the work of the church, but “talk is cheap!” Le us see actions, intentional transferring of power unto the “young and the restless.” (What are we afraid of?)

On the other hand, maybe we are asking of them an impossibility! The human nature is selfish and self-preservation is our main concern at all levels! I am reminded of a college professor of mine who said “power is never given to us, we must take it away!” How true is this?

Suggestions:

–Let us cry to our God for Spirit filled leaders not afraid to begin the process of replacing themselves.

–Let us find ways to make leadership and power-transfer a sooner reality.

But maybe I am just dreaming… maybe we are all just dreaming!

Comment on Transcending Talk with Tithe by Branden

Branden — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:39:17 +0000

As essential as tithing is to the working of the church, so is this investment. I feel that our churches will be operating in the red with out this focus in effect. How can we not be investing in our young adults in this way? They have the time and the energy and the qualities we invest in will be multiplied seven fold. We as leaders must put our time and energies where our mouth is.

Comment on Transcending Talk with Tithe by deeperguy

deeperguy — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:14:37 +0000

Unfortunately, I’ve noticed that our church behaves just LIKE our government. A lot of good talk, total lack of meaningful action. Happy to criticize and finger point, less happy to teaching people about Jesus. Preserve the Institution at all costs! It’s why I don’t consider myself and Adventist any more.

If there are any NAD delegates under 35 at the GC this year I will be SHOCKED.

Comment on Transcending Talk with Tithe by Javi

Javi — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:05:16 +0000

Well said/written…as in all things at some point if all we do is talk we look like Washington politics…it’s time to get busy. I wonder during this coming GC Session how many people under 35 will be delegates?

Comment on 180 Symposium Focuses Spotlight on Secular Campuses by Mike Stevenson

Mike Stevenson — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:28:40 +0000

I like what Steve urges us to do. I am also drawn to Bill’s call for re-directing of funds that currently make certain publishing companies very rich. Every effort needs supply lines. Efforts get the cold shoulder and still flourish……early Adventist movement. Some get financed and flourish for a while until they are stymied by burocracy. Hard to know which is better to start with.

Comment on 180 Symposium Focuses Spotlight on Secular Campuses by Bill

Bill — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:58:44 +0000

We are not talking about young adults whining for money. We are talking about a mission field of 19,000,000 people that is ignored. There is lots of evangelism money that is thrown away on mass mailings that are not effective. That money can better be used to place missionary personnel at the heart of college and university campuses.