I have had the privilege to Skype with Benjamin and personally hear his rich passion for the Gospel in daily life and the performance/study of music. Below is a submission he shared with me on "Calvinism versus Arminianism," what he considers "a very relevant issue for collegiate Christian circles." Do you concur? Do you have stories to share regarding how a ministry in which you're involved with remained "one" even with Calvinism versus Arminianism an open topic for conversation? As you may have guessed with my … [Read more...] about When Systems Collide
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Week in Review: How Well Do We Communicate?
What are you reading, watching, thinking about this week? As usual, here's a few which have been on our mind. Let us know your thoughts on any/all of them. If you have items you'd like us to consider for the top five, add them in the comments or send them to Tom or Mike. 1. What is conversation like in your department? Do you have 'unruly' colleagues and not know how to respond (or wonder what to suggest when you have the opportunity), then check out To Rein In Unruly Faculty Members, Chairs Suggest a Department … [Read more...] about Week in Review: How Well Do We Communicate?
Week in Review: Connections Edition
Here's the top five articles, books, websites, etc., that we've been reading or thinking about the past week. Let us know your thoughts on any/all of them. In addition, if you have items you'd like us to consider for the top five, add them in the comments or send them to Tom or Mike. 1. Duncan Urges 'Revolutionary Change' in Nation's Teacher-Training Programs (Kelly Field, Chronicle of Higher Education, October 21, 2009): Do you agree with the Secretary of Education Arne Duncan who recently called attention … [Read more...] about Week in Review: Connections Edition