Take Two

It’s been a long time since I gave the New York Times any link love here but, this article warrants a link.  It speaks of the shift in evangelical priorities away from politics (ie, being joined at the hip to the religious right) and toward more socially conscious positions.  For myself, I am probably (as I’ve mentioned) pretty far to the left for our organization put middle right when compared to the country.

I think the churches mentioned in the article mirror a lot of what is going on in our own church.  Specifically, we are reaching out to the poor and needy through the food bank and also serving children who are socially and economically disadvantaged through open gym and the community meal prior to each service.  I think that ministering to the physical needs of our fellow man is every bit as important as ministering to his spiritual needs.  The two can’t be separated.

Any way, enjoy the article.   It will make yo think.