Here is the first post I wrote in honor of St. Patrick’s Day at The Christian Nerd. Today is St. Patrick’s Day. It’s a time to celebrate, eat corned beef and break off all communication with any friends that pinch you for not wearing green. It’s also a time to reflect upon how our cultureRead more
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When I first saw the trailer for Cinderella I shook my head. The trailer basically told the entire story of the movie, a story that has already been told countless times before. The cynic in me took over and I thought that Disney was falling into its old patterns of making substandard movies that shouldRead more
Disney is dominating nerdy entertainment at this point. Not only does Disney produce Marvel and Star Wars movies, but it also produces its own movies, which have as many fans as Iron Man and Darth Vader. Disney has almost cornered the nerdy entertainment market, so much so that its shareholders’ meeting has more breaking newsRead more
The games have always been one of my favorite parts about youth group. When I was a student I loved playing the games and now as a pastor I love running the games (and playing the games). Unfortunately I’m not as young as I once was and I can’t mix it up like I usedRead more
Disney wants to take all of my money. I already faithfully watch all of Disney’s movies and then buy them on Blu-ray. I have a Hulu Plus account which, since Parks and Recreation’s finale, will really only be used for Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. I have purchased the first two issues of the new Star WarsRead more
Last night I had the opportunity to lead worship for Lifeline, a ministry at our church. I used to lead worship through music all of the time, but I hadn’t for many years. Our worship pastor asked if I wanted to lead with him and I jumped at the opportunity. It was so much fun.Read more