Ask The Pastor
You asked for it and now you have the chance to Ask The Pastor.
Want to know the differences between church bodies?
Like to find out what all those fancy robes and things that some ministers wear are called?
That's right...Ask The Pastor!There have been no separate print and online versions of "Ask the Pastor," although answers may be expanded in the electronic columns or in the archives.
Questions received, whether in person, by mail, or through the Internet are evaluated and used according to the criteria I've set:
**Ask good, clear questions on matters concerning churches, ministers, personal faith, the Scriptures, and such.
Be specific. Try to not be so specific that you will harm another's reputation or bring public shame upon yourself. Try to give me some idea of who you are in "real life," even if you remain anonymous in the column, I can check to make sure that "you" are "really you," and not an imposter. We won't print any names unless specifically asked to. I'd rather not play "stump the Pastor." It will be more enjoyable for me (and probably for you) if we use this as a time to learn and grow together, rather than playing Obscure Bible Trivia. Questions will be answered based upon available space, interest to the reading public, interest to this writer, and general suitability. Please note that due to the large number of questions: I cannot answer everyone. This is not only because of volume, but also because some questions, especially those comparing denominations and the like, are best answered by members of those groups. Remember, I am a Baptist pastor and this is my perspective.
When I am able to answer, or find someone to help with a question, it may take almost a month for a response. However, if you believe that yours is an emergency situation or you need a rapid response for an upcoming event, please indicate that in the subject of your email and if this truly appears to be the case, I'll work as quickly as possible to reply. I will try to not repeat answers too often. Thus, you are advised to check the archives before sending me your question.
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