Evangelicalism is often described as not being an intellectual movement. Where does the EFCA fit into that claim? Over the past 9 years I have had several discussions with a number of people who explained to me why the EFCA is an intellectual denomination. And why they choose to be a part of it. However, … Continue reading Is the EFCA Denomination Really as Intellectual as Described?
Evangelical Free Church of America – EFCA East
What was the Real Scandal in Elverson, Pennsylvania?
In reading Tim Alberta's book it is bringing alive memories and experiences that are shocking. This is one such story that came out of the coverage of the Community Evangelical Free Church scandal in Elverson, Pennsylvania. It happened in a diner, and this blogger learned of the anger of a former member when Steve Estes … Continue reading What was the Real Scandal in Elverson, Pennsylvania?
EFCA Pastor Benjamin Vrbicek Writes About Pastors Staying Put
EFCA Pastor Benjamin Vrbicek leads Community Evangelical Free Church in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Inside his EFCA East District he's probably the most published when it comes to articles and books. Recently at Christianity Today he wrote an article about the struggle of modern pastoring and dealing with the demands of the job. But as Benjamin writes … Continue reading EFCA Pastor Benjamin Vrbicek Writes About Pastors Staying Put
The EFCA Responds to the Culture Wars – Denials and Affirmations
At EFCA One a new policy was rolled out that outlines how the EFCA is responding to the divisive culture wars. As this is rolled out across the denomination this blog wanted to upload it here, especially as this blog explores and discusses the EFCA. In a few days there will be a post about … Continue reading The EFCA Responds to the Culture Wars – Denials and Affirmations
An Open Letter to Cedrick Brown (This Blog’s Concerns with the EFCA)
EFCA East Director who co-leads the district Cedrick Brown spoke at EFCA One in Fullerton, California. This is an open letter raising concerns about several issues with the EFCA. Pastoral credentialing, congregationalism limitations and sexual abuse are deep concerns. This is a part of my response to EFCA One. "If you can't be a good … Continue reading An Open Letter to Cedrick Brown (This Blog’s Concerns with the EFCA)
With Persistent Allegations of Authoritarianism is Bill Riedel Qualified to Lead the Discussion on Proposed EFCA Amendment Bylaws?
EFCA One kicked off on June 20th in Fullerton, California at Fullerton Free. At the EFCA business meeting some amendments were proposed and Bill Riedel from the EFCA and Acts 29 wrote about them to the denomination. This blog is still hearing about allegations of authoritarianism at Bill Riedel's Redemption Hill here in Washington, D.C. … Continue reading With Persistent Allegations of Authoritarianism is Bill Riedel Qualified to Lead the Discussion on Proposed EFCA Amendment Bylaws?
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