by Wade Berry | Jan 23, 2019 | Scripture, Theology
I grew up in a small, Southern Baptist church in a small town in Arkansas. I didn’t know it then, but my church was a fundamentalist church. I use a lowercase “f” because I don’t think any of us knew that we were fundamentalists. We sincerely thought that everyone who...
by Wade Berry | Dec 26, 2017 | Carroll Community
Throughout December, we have been reflecting upon the advent of Jesus. Today, we turn our attention to the Gospel of John. Like Mark’s Gospel, John does not contain a so-called “infancy narrative.” Instead, the Fourth Gospel opens with a prologue that explains who...
by Wade Berry | Dec 19, 2017 | Carroll Community
During the month of December, we are reflecting upon the coming of Jesus into the world. We are using the four Gospels to guide our reflections. This week, we turn our attention to the Gospel of Luke. Luke provides us with ample material for contemplation. His infancy...
by Wade Berry | Nov 7, 2017 | Carroll Community, Ministry
Last month, a movement emerged on Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms. Women (and men) who have been the victims of sexual assault and sexual harassment posted “me too” in their various feeds. The post was a way to draw attention to the large number of...
by Wade Berry | Oct 31, 2017 | Carroll Community, Faith & Heritage, Theology
Five hundred years ago today, Martin Luther set in motion a series of events that would eventually be known as the Protestant Reformation. It is a momentous event in the history of Christianity, and its implications extend far beyond the narrow confines of...
