The Simpleton Blog

Let’s face it – the pandemic was like a wet blanket thrown on the sparks of our lives. Even if we managed to avoid getting sick, or had a...

[Author’s note: this article is about the specific denominational troubles inside the UMC – which is a fairly niche topic. I realize it...

Community Outreach Part 3 - Partnerships A few months ago I was asked to lead a Leadership Training event on Community Outreach. I led an...

A few months ago I was asked to lead a Leadership Training event on Community Outreach. I led an hour long zoom meeting, and then we...

A few months ago I was asked to lead a Leadership Training event on Community Outreach. I led an hour long zoom meeting, and then we...

This is the third and final post in our three part mini series on how to be a Christian on the internet. First, we covered the atmosphere...

By Pastor JJ This post is part 2 of our series on the intersection between technology and life as a Christian in the modern world. Last...

By Pastor JJ A few days ago there was a beautiful snow fall, and for a half a moment the world was blanketed in white. My boys and I...

By Pastor JJ This blog post is part one of a three part series on how we engage in ministry and life, using technology. Today I want to...

I’ve always been one of those people who has a strong rule against Christmas music and decorations in November. In my own personal war...