FIRST-PERSON (Terry Dorsett): ‘Killer cows’ & the importance of contextualization
Just as columnist Terry Dorsett had to adjust to the presence of cows in the middle of the road in Vermont, he says he also had to adjust to doing ministry in a different culture than he was accustomed.
FIRST-PERSON: Bivocational ministry not just a ‘rural’ Issue
Bivocational ministry is not just for rural churches anymore, and many urban churches are adopting that model for their minister, says columnist Terry Dorsett.
FIRST-PERSON: Yes, the town rumor about our church is true
There was a rumor going around town that his church welcomes "everyone," columnist Terry Dorsett says, acknowledging that the rumor is true.
FIRST-PERSON: 8 benefits of bivocational ministry
Bivocational ministry often is viewed negatively but nevertheless has benefits over its full-time ministry counterpart, columnist and Vermont resident Terry Dorsett says.
FIRST-PERSON: Standing where Jesus stood — and ascended
Columnist Terry Dorsett, who visited Israel, says standing where Jesus stood -- and where He's returning -- can be quite an experience.
FIRST-PERSON: The blessing of forgiveness
BARRE, Vt. (BP)--When I entered the crowded room yesterday, I saw her across the room.
FIRST-PERSON: Press on toward the goal
BARRE, Vt. (BP)--Earlier this month my oldest son Taylor and I hiked up Mt. Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak at 4,400 feet.
FIRST-PERSON: Confronting entitlement
BARRE, Vt. (BP)--The other day I was hanging out with a friend of mine. This person is a young adult and quite talented in a lot of areas ...
FIRST-PERSON: A picture of heaven
BARRE, Vt. (BP)--For the past 16 years I have served the Lord as a pastor and church planter in Vermont.
FIRST-PERSON: A generation of pain
BARRE, Vt. (BP)--Life can be painful. A few months ago I spoke to a large group of teenagers who had gathered for a youth rally in our area.
