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SBNR
SBNR is the acronym for spiritual but not religious. SBNR is a common lament these days: "I don't attend church because I am not religious, I am spiritual". Last week I read a retort by Will Willimon, Methodist bishop in Alabama, who asks the right question: "Where the heck do you get the idea that Christianity gave a rip about either religion or spirituality"?
All too briefly --religion has to do with rules; it is our projection of how God should order life. As Jesus explained, you can be deeply religious, follow all the rules, and not have a clue about love. Spirituality is a private consolation that many people seek in order to feel good, to have peace about themselves and their place in the Universe. And what does this have to do with following Jesus? Karl Barth called this "privatization of God" the equivalent of turning God into a commodity. Or, to again quote Willimon, "Spirituality enables us to be the first generation of Christians in history who cannot get hurt by following Jesus."
SBNR allow us to stay in control. Following Jesus is to deny oneself for the sake of the Kingdom of God. As we approach the season of Lent, let us be on the way of Jesus - not on the way as marked by our culture.
May God keep us faithful,
Pastor Tim
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" So you say that you are spiritual? Any specific flesh or muscle on that spirit whom you worship? Can your "faith" in God endure the test of obedience to a First Century Jew who lived briefly, and died violently, and returned unexpectedly? Are you able to love God without despising those who God loves? If not, why bother." William Willimon, "Spiritual but Not Religious" Journal to Preachers, Lent, 2012
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Ash Wednesday, February 22, is the beginning of Lent. Faith will have a 7 PM worship service.
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You are invited to attend a play at the Arcade Theater on February 17 at 7:30 PM with the Faith Night Owls. Norma Harris is host for the evening. The Night Owls are invited to enjoy dessert after the play at the French Connection. Please contact Norma for reservations or further information at 239-482-5295 or dnharris1@embarqmail.com
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Tuesdays Together
February 14,
5:30 pm
This weeks menu: salad, pork chops in burgundy sauce, roasted red potatoes, green beans, and red velvet cake.
Tuesdays Together dinner and Bible study with Pastor Tim will continue through March 27. Dinners will be held in Faith Center, and Pastor Tim's Bible study will be in the Sanctuary. Deadline to sign up is Today at noon.
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 Faith Presbyterian is putting together a brand new, full color, Church Business Directory. If you are a Business Owner, a Manager, an Independent Contractor or a Professional, don't miss this great opportunity to have your business listed. Go to www.fpcfl.org/ and click the"Register Your Business" link under "Business Directory" heading on the Home Page!
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Concert Series Tickets Are Now on Sale! Tickets are now on sale in the church office for the following Faith Concert Series programs: Sunday, February 26, at 7:00 p.m. - Paul Fleckenstein, organ recitalist, with a silent movie. Tickets are $10.00 per person. Sunday, March 25, at 4:00 p.m. - Stella Zedro and Mary Hicks Viger, piano duo. Tickets are $10.00. For information on all our Faith Concert Series programs or to be a sponsor of the Concert Series, pick up a Concert Series brochure in the Foyer or Church office. You can check out the concert schedule at our web site (www.faithcapecoral.org) or contact
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