Jesus Was an Episcopalian (and you can be one too!): 5. Welcome

OK, Maybe He Wasn't...

The point of this audaciously anachronistic title is not to claim Jesus as our own (how very un-Episcopalian that would be!), but to inspire us to see how Jesus is found in the many and varied expressions of faith that two thousand years of Christendom has birthed.

One such expression is the Anglican tradition in America, better known as The Episcopal Church. We are known more for substance than self-promotion - evenhandedness than extremism. Too often we are not easily noticed, found, or understood, which is why I wrote this provocative sounding book and companion website.

Today is an exciting time to be an Episcopalian. We have a renewed commitment to feeding the hungry and clothing the naked - standing up for equal rights and radical hospitality - worshiping in the beauty of holiness and making disciples who take Christ into the world.

Despite the polarizing forces at work in this age of transition, we are solidly emerging as a distinctive and dynamic alternative for many Christians. My hope is that these 16 video teachings can help newcomers and inquirers get a better sense of how The Episcopal Church endeavors to do Jesus' work in the world, to the praise and glory of His name.

1. Introduction

2. Do

3. Transition

4. Think

5. Welcome

6. Accept

7. Thank

8. Shape

9. Word

10. Map

11. Roots

12. Ropes

13. Prophet

14. Connect

15. Refuge

16. Treasure

These video teachings are based on my book of the same title. They are admittedly short, summative, certain to tell too little and leave out a lot. The views expressed are my own, so when they're erroneous or right on, feel free to let me know via the email address listed in the Profile.