Notes From Jon

My “Speaking of Faith” column for this week’s issue of the K-V Dispatch:

Now that I’ve gotten your attention with the title…

I’m usually not a rebel – not even a rebellious person.  I have a gentle nature that avoids confrontation, so I usually place myself in the category of “peacemaker” – even when I have a strong opinion on something.  To me, there are only a few things in life that are really worth going to battle over – whether it’s a war of weapons or of words.

That’s why I‘m surprised how strongly I feel about politics and religion.  As a pastor, I realize I’m in the minority here in Southside Virginia.  In fact, I’ve already had a few discussions with folks here who believe otherwise.  It seems people want me to tell them what to think, what to say – some even want me to tell them how to vote.  I almost feel that, as a pastor, it’s expected of me. Read the rest of this entry »