Archive - Mike Goeke
A Challenge to the Conservative Church
Since the news surfaced of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America’s (ELCA) decision to allow gays and lesbians in “committed relationships” to serve as ordained clergy, I have been thinking about the fate of denominations in our Christian culture. more »
By Mike Goeke - Sep 22, 2009 - (3)
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality
Pastors, Pulpits, Pews and Potluck
I spoke recently at a wonderful church in New England. The church is part of a denomination that is fragmenting over the issue of homosexuality, and it is smack dab in the middle of one of our country’s most liberal (theologically, politically and culturally) regions. more »
By Mike Goeke - Jul 17, 2008 - (13)
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality
Viewpoint: Be the Church
I was sharing with the elder body of a large, progressive, growing church about my vision for the church to become the place of healing and restoration for those struggling with unwanted same-sex attractions when one of the elders expressed a sentiment I have since heard many times. more »
By Mike Goeke - Mar 4, 2008 - (5)
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality
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