Those who read this blog know that I have been absent from the conversation for quite a while, which likely means that no one reads this space any more. Frankly, life has been too busy out here in Old Hickory to spend a lot of time on the broader issues of our city, and in... Continue Reading →
A Prayer for the Metro Council
Tonight I was asked to provide the opening invocation for the Metro Council meeting. Here is what I prayed: Creator of the Universe and provider of all, we gather tonight as neighbors, called together to live in this place we call home. We come as very different people, from many traditions and backgrounds, with distinctive... Continue Reading →
Some Further Comments on Councilwoman Megan Barry
Tonight Joey Garrison came out in the City Paper with a profile of Councilwoman Megan Barry in which I am quoted as the pompous pundit of record. When I was talking with Joey, I thought I would be a minor voice among many others, but since I'm above the fold in the story, I want... Continue Reading →
Let’s suppose…
Let’s suppose that I am a bishop in the United Methodist Church (quit laughing…anything is possible…but it IS pretty far fetched). And, let’s suppose that I looked out over the congregations that I administer and see one that I think may be nearing the end of its life. It’s not one that I have... Continue Reading →
A Letter to the Metro Council – John Lewis Day
Dear Council friends, Happy New Year! I sincerely hope y’all had a good holiday, for it looks like the weeks ahead will be busy with several difficult pieces of legislation to consider. Your job is not easy . . . in fact balancing the desires of constituents with considering the best directions for our city... Continue Reading →
Even The Whores of Babylon Have Rights
Joey Garrison offered up an interesting little article this morning in the City Paper about the upcoming legislation in the Metro Council to restrict the use of amplification systems (bullhorns and other portable PA equipment) along public right of ways downtown. Apparently groups like Pinpoint Evangelism (more known for antagonizing college students on-campus) have been... Continue Reading →
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