A college psychology professor's observations about public policy, mental health, sexual identity, and religious issues
This morning Sutton Turner posted his third in a series of reflections on the ResultSource decision and church governance. Mainly Turner concerns himself with the debate over the role of elders in a large church versus a small one. Instead of making a biblical argument, he offers a utilitarian defense of bringing in outside advisers … Continue reading “Sutton Turner on Church Governance at Mars Hill Church”
The Washington Post’s Susan Svrluga posted a statement from the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability about their ongoing examination of Faith Christian Church. ECFA evaluates and accredits ministry organizations, including churches, only with regard to their compliance with our Seven Standards of Responsible Stewardship. Occasionally we are presented with complaints or accusations about a member … Continue reading “ECFA Statement: Faith Christian Church Still Under Investigation”
According to Erik Laursen, executive director of the New Covenant Foundation, two former Mars Hill Churches, Foundation Church (Mars Hill Everett) and Trinity West Seattle (Mars Hill West Seattle), have pledged to continue the support of Ethiopian pastors once funded by Mars Hill Church. Trinity West Seattle’s pastor David Fairchild told me via email that the legacy … Continue reading “Former Mars Hill Churches Continue Support for Ethiopian Pastors”
Faith Christian Church in Tucson emerged from the demise of Maranatha Christian Church in 1990. The church seeks to convert college students as a part of the church’s ministry and as such has had a long standing relationship with the University of Arizona. Now the church is the subject of an investigation by the Arizona … Continue reading “Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability Defends Tucson Church at Center of Investigative Report”
I haven’t watched it all yet but for those who want to get all perspectives, this is a valuable session with Justin Dean. Some of it leaves me scratching my head but if he is serious, it helps give insight into the demise of the church. I’ll add observations throughout the day and evening. [youtube]http://youtu.be/1GMMjjZO_Xo[/youtube] … Continue reading “Justin Dean Talks About What Went Wrong at Mars Hill Church”