April 16, 2012

What’s the Problem?

I recently read a fantastic article at the Alban Institute by Susan Beaumont. Her article begins by telling a fable about a church with a “traditional worship problem.” Before I write anything else, let me ask you: given that description of the problem, what comes to mind? The “traditional worship problem” could be the color…

How Many Heads Do We Need…and When Do We Need Them?

How many artists do you know who rely on committees, consumer research, and group brainstorming to stoke the flames of their creativity? I come from the Presbyterian tradition, and for some reason we believe that committees are the answer to everything. Now don’t get me wrong, here, because meetings can be very productive and separation…