Q: When people question us about our views regarding gay people and other religions (often their barriers to grace/faith), how do we respond? A: John answers this question in No Perfect People Allowed. Chapter 7 is entitled, "What About Other Religions: The Tolerance Litmus Test - Q1" and Chapter...

Q: Regarding environments of grace, our society often promotes "tolerance" as not just tolerating something different, but accepting and affirming it as OK. What are some similarities and differences between American "tolerance" and biblical "grace"? A: Great question. You...

Q: Bill just said that you look for graduates "with leader traits vs. teacher traits." I'm curious to know what is considered to be the difference. A: In the Bible, Paul clearly describes the spiritual gifts that are given in the church. One of the gifts is the gift of leadership. Another...

Q: What is the church's role in academic education? Which should play a bigger role in lives and in society? A: The church is called to impact the world, and that role should be carried out 100%. Wendy Kopp's request of churches in Session Three was "to encourage and challenge our youth...

Q: Does the International Justice Mission (IJM) have short term "field" opportunities - or is the level of specialization too high? A: Yes, we have 6-12 month internships and post-graduate fellowships in our 14 field offices. The internships do not necessarily require specialized skill. The...

Q: When does a "pursuit of excellence" become workaholism and self-abuse? How do we know when we have allowed ourselves to sacrifice the wrong things (e.g. family) for what we believe is the work of God? A: This is an important distinction. Although excellence does involve a commitment of time...

Q: Is there a way to get a copy of the Franciscan prayer Craig recited at the end of his session? A: You can find it right here. We pulled it from Swerve , Craig's blog. May God bless you with discomfort at easy answers, half truths, and superficial relationships, so that you may live deep within...

Q: Within the Church's pastoral staff, how do you define performance in "Powell's Principle" #3: reward your best performers, get rid of non-performers? In non-profit organizations, there is a feeling of family. How do you fire a family member? A: Both Bill and Gary confirmed that it's...

My name is Taylor, and I'm a writer for the WCA. Having just joined the team this past April, I have been spending a lot of time working on and anticipating the Summit. I love what is taking place here, and it's exciting for me as a leader and follower of Jesus to meet together with so many other...