Since I consume both of these beverages in large quantities, it was nice to see what I’ve gotten myself into! Thought I would share this essential knowledge with all of you. Enjoy.
You may also Like
Sikh-ing Peace
The recent shooting in Wisconsin at a Sikh Temple has many wondering if religiously-rooted violence is about to erupt, or if this is one of the dying gasps of intolerance as our world continues to become a more hospitable place. I would like to lean toward the latter, but realize we have a long ways to go.
Pub Theology Is (not) a Waste of Time
You've read, perhaps, about churches making use of beer to gain traction in connecting with people. NPR put it more starkly in a story recently: "To Stave Off Decline, Churches Attract New Members With Beer." But you're skeptical. And I don't blame you. It sounds like a gimmick. Trying to be trendy. Throwing a few jokes into a stale sermon to appear witty, humorous, relevant. Young. People increasingly like beer. People increasingly don't like church. So it makes a certain amount of sense. You can't blame churches for trying.
Improbable Souls: A Poem
Today's post is a poem written by Jack Ricchiuto, inspired by a recent conversation at Pub Theology DC. A short poem. It came out of a question that emerged for me from last night, somehow: what if God was approached by people who want access to heaven and hell to bring love to those they loved in their lifetime here? Enjoy. Improbable Souls Angels dart glances on the rare occasion Where God sits in speechless reflection On a new request, never uttered by the Billions before, the seemingly simple request To have dual citizenship, bilateral passports Into heaven and hell
Harmony Brewing Co – this Thursday!
This Thursday, I am excited to facilitate a Pub Theology session at Harmony Brewing Company in Eastown, Grand Rapids. Harmony Brewing is at 1551 Lake Drive SE in GR. They're a great new(er) brewery in Grand Rapids and I can't wait to check out what they've got on tap. Looks like they've got some really cool things going on. We'll get things started around 8pm. Join us for some good conversation over a good pint.
Pub Theology Live-Tweet
Tonight at our regular Pub Theology DC gathering, we'll be LIVE TWEETING - you can join us in person, at the Bier Baron at , or you can jump in on the conversation via Twitter using #pubtheology. Be sure to follow me (@bryberg) and (@pubtheology). Here are the topics we'll be discussing: If you could name the street you live on what would you call it? if you received an extra burrito when ordering at your local shop would you say something? True or false: We should be wary of any efforts to improve human nature. Did you march on Saturday? Are you marching tomorrow? Does marching lead to justice? Did Jesus pay for our sins? In what way? Is hell a just punishment for sinful people? WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! Come on down and join us for a pint, or grab your smart phone, a pint, and hit the Twitters! Starting at 7pm.
Great! I will have Overcast Espresso Stout clear across the country in May for SAVOR in DC. Get an idea AND do something with it. The perfect beverage.
What about OATMEAL? What does (reading) it do to your brain?
Pingback: Stories I’ve Found, 3/21/2014 | homiliesandstraythoughts