Rural Economy

Hurricane Katrina and hurricane Rita present a major set of issues and opportunities for low income rural communities all over North America. For those directly in the hurricane path, the danger, the damage and the recovery are as much challenges to pride, self esteem, personal identity and community order as they ...

A discussion of the role of the Church in labor force development, supporting economic development.

A discussion of one of the most insidious phrases of the English language, "Don't take this personally, but ..." For the Christian, everything is personal.

A discussion of homelessness everywhere. What the Church can do to alleviate homelessness. A reference to homelessness in Japan

Powerlessness is a fact of life in most human society, and particularly in low income rural communities. This article suggests a few ways to actually give members and friends of the congregation and community power to shape history in significant ways.

For those communities, either rural or urban who find themselves impoverished economically, there is often a sense that such bitterness is well deserved. There is an awareness that God is right in visiting such suffering on the people.

A strong Biblical equivalent of this emotion is found in Ezekiel. This article gives ...

A comparison of the creation stories of the Bible and of the Tigris-Euphrates valley. How the stories impact the ability of the community to stir up the energy to move forward.

A discussion of the role of preaching, specifically using one of the common lectionaries. What is the preacher expected to say when he or she steps to the pulpit? Where does the material come from?

The flow of any business enterprise can be demonstrated and taught in the faith group. When the pastor or any lay person wish to make a difference at any level, understanding the flow is critical

What do Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Day and Valentine's Day share that we can build on for our communities? What is the power that has kept these two celebrations running all these years?