Archive - Living Liminally

February 2025

Why pastors and churches are so important now

Thank you for who you are and what you do.

Feb 25 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

Microaggressions are real and hurtful

And progressive Christians aren't immune from committing them.

Feb 20 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

Resource: Lenten prayer calendar

It is good to pray for your congregation.

Feb 18 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

Communication is hospitality

If I don't know how to engage, I won't feel like my presence is wanted.

Feb 11 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

Marks of a leader

There is a difference between having the title of “leader” and actually being one.

Feb 4 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

January 2025

It's ok to be a (re)beginner

We all start somewhere.

Jan 28 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

"Our church isn't ready for a woman in the pulpit."

Fair enough, but it's time to get ready.

Jan 21 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

The energy I'm trying to bring in 2025

We could all take some hints from Dolly Parton.

Jan 14 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

Resources: workbook and leadership gathering outline

Here are some ways to make leadership team meetings as faithful and effective as possible.

Jan 9 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

A rhythm of life for the new year

We're going to need something to ground us.

Jan 7 •

Laura Stephens-Reed

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