"Even if we stand at the very summit of virtue, it is by mercy that we shall be saved." –John Chrysostom
On Sunday, 5/22/2022, Guidepost Solutions released the full report of their independent investigation of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) Executive Committee and audit of the Credentials Committee. Their findings revealed both shameful actions and inaction by SBC leaders at the executive level, as well as at the entity, local church, and personal levels with regard to acts … Continue reading Failing to Protect Christ’s Sheep – my piece in USA Today and interview with Tulsa World
More than two years ago, I was asked to represent our church in the Greenwood District of Tulsa as plans were forming to commemorate the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. I believe it speaks highly of our church and the impact we’ve made in our community that we were both invited and welcomed by the folks … Continue reading Letter to My Church on the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial Sunday
I remember months ago constantly hearing people ask: “Do you even know one person who's had COVID?” We don't hear this question so much anymore, because the reality of the pandemic has hit home for us all. We all know someone, and for some of us of many someones who have been sick, have died, … Continue reading A Pastor’s Lament – The Hardest Part of 2020
Eric|Costanzo 