Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Who is Eric Elnes?

The first session, Canon, is presented by Eric Elnes:



Eric is the pastor of Countryside Community Church in Omaha, Nebraska. Prior to that, he pastored a large UCC church in Phoenix. As a pastor, he pioneered a combination of preaching, worship, and jazz music that can be seen on his online show, Darkwood Brew.

He led a walk from Phoenix to Washington, D.C., to promote awareness of progressive Christian faith, and deliver the Phoenix Affirmations to political leaders. His journey is chronicled in his book, Asphalt Jesus: Finding a New Christian Faith on the Highways of America.

Five fast facts

  1. Lives with his wife in Omaha
  2. They have two college-age daughters, a dog, and a cat
  3. Knows six languages, including biblical Hebrew and Aramaic
  4. Was lead author of the Phoenix Affirmations
  5. Has a PhD in Old Testament from Princeton Theological Seminary
(Bio info from Spark House: http://wearesparkhouse.org/adults/animate/bible/voices/eric/)

1 comment:

  1. Dear Eric: At age 90, I am reminiscing about my past pastors - including you. In so many ways, you broadened my faith as I assisted a bit with Cross Walk America and continue to consult Phoenix Affirmations. You and your ministry shall continue to be a touchstone of Christianity for me.

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