While within the “invisible institutions” of the hush/brush arbors (the equivalent to a modern-day Black Christian church) preaching, dance, and prayer were common forms used as expressions of religion and the Black Theology of the slaves, the unique art form of Black music that the slaves developed, the Spirituals, was noticeably the most expressive form … Continue reading The Negro Spirituals as a Form of Theology in the “Invisible Institution” (Part 1)
Dennis Chamberland (Episode 15)
In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with my good friend Dr. Dennis Chamberland. Dennis is an explorer, author, bio-engineer, award winning nuclear engineer, space life scientist and aquanaut. Dennis was a design engineer at NASA’s John F. Kennedy Space Center for Advanced Space Life Support Systems being considered for Moon and Mars bases. … Continue reading Dennis Chamberland (Episode 15)
Adam Pyror (Episode 13)
In this episode, I chat with Dr. Adam Pyror. Adam Pryor is Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs at Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas. He is the author of The God who Lives, Body of Christ Incarnate for You, and most recently Living with Tiny Aliens: The Image of God for the Anthropocene. His … Continue reading Adam Pyror (Episode 13)
Jon DeWaal (Episode 12 Part 2)
The conclusion of my chat with Jon DeWaal. Jon is the creator and executive director of Liminal Space, a nonprofit that helps individuals navigate life’s major transitions. Liminal Space combines the often segregated disciplines of spiritual direction, life coaching and counseling in order to provide tools and resources that allow clients to intentionally and courageously … Continue reading Jon DeWaal (Episode 12 Part 2)
Never Forget the Rich Young Man: The Liminality of Religious Faith Among Young People-Part 2
You can read the first part of this essay here The first part of this spiritual excursion on the life and experience of the Rich Young Man story in Mark’s Gospel (Mk. 10:17-22) was for the purpose of exploring disaffiliation and young people in the United States. The purpose of this second section is to … Continue reading Never Forget the Rich Young Man: The Liminality of Religious Faith Among Young People-Part 2
Liminal Theology 