I'm not so sure that the world needs another blog. I'm not so sure that if I wrote a blog that anyone would read it. I'm not so sure my own mother would read it. My wife yawned when I told her that I was going to be writing a blog. My ten year old son snorted and snickered when I told him that I was going to be a 'blogger.' Apparently, 'blogger' sounds like it belongs in the 'booger' family. Pre-adolescence, sheesh. Then why write a blog?
I think that a blog should have more than a narcissistic purpose - thinking that people will want to read what you wrote no matter what it is just because you are the one who wrote it. Rather, a blog should have a defined purpose. My purpose in writing this blog is found in the name of the blog "Free Range Pastor." The term 'Free Range' is the idea of roaming freely and grazing naturally without confinement.
I love the open range, I went to High School in Wyoming near where the banner photo of this blog was taken. The open range is in my blood and my home was on the range. For it is out on the range that the deer and the antelope play and seldom is heard a discouraging word and the skies are not cloudy all day. Sorry, I could not resist.
I want to take the time to roam, without confinement, in a number of topics and and updates that will allow me to share in a more personal and direct way with our Beaverton Foursquare Family. Some of the postings will be seemingly random musings about life, Bible and current events. Some of the postings will be specific to what God is doing in our midst and saying to us as a church family. And, some of the postings will be personal anecdotes and comments.
I plan on blogging once or twice a week. Every Tuesday morning for sure and sometimes more. That is all that I can realistically commit to, but you never know, it may be more.
This blog will have a pre-determined end date. From August '09 to August '10, I will be a blogger on this blog. But, I will be a one term blogger. There will be term limits that will be adhered to. It will be fun, serious, silly and unconfined...but only for a year.
I'm still not convinced that the world needs another blog, especially one written by me...but, if it allows me one more opportunity to share about Jesus and to relate to the flock at Beaverton Foursquare, then I am up for the task. Giddyup!
Saturday, August 1, 2009
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Hi Randy- Welcome to blogland-- I look forward to the ramblings.
ReplyDeleteLisa
Hey Randy - Good to be a follower! Thanks for all you do as Shepherd and Teacher. And now Blogger!
ReplyDeleteBecky Burns
I think this is a GREAT idea! I've attended BFSC for over THREE years and still don't "feel" connected due to my busy life as a mother of twins! This is perfect for me, in this season of my life to help me feel "connected" and like I'm a part of the church! Yippee!! I look forward to the writings!!
ReplyDeleteHi Randy. I'm a visitor staying with my brother and his family while I figure out the next phase of my life. look forward to yer blog. YFnC Mike
ReplyDeleteI'm Giddyingup I love that you have a blog, and I am not a blogger, but I will read yours! So BRING IT =)
ReplyDeleteI've been a member of BFC going on 35 years and never expected to be online with my pastor. Well it'll be interesting to see how spiritual this can get ;0)
ReplyDeleteGod Bless....
Hi Pastor Randy,
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to following your BLOG.
Hope that you are having a wonderful "away time".
Grace and blessings to you,
Debi
Pastor Randy,
ReplyDeleteI look forward to reading and participating in the blog!
We have missed you the past few weeks...but glad to hear you and your loved ones have had a great getaway time!
Blessings,
Kathleen Williams
Hurray! I’m looking forward to your free range ramblings. Sounds wonderful! :)
ReplyDeleteThis is great! My life has felt in limbo ever since your pre-Christmas blog of '08 ended. Will your comic strip illustrations also appear here or will that be saved for a separate blog?
ReplyDeleteHello Randy.. I am a Free Range Blog-walker and I've just walked into your blog! Cool. I've never met your family and I've never been to your church..yet :) ..but I sure like your writing. Keep up the GOOD work!
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Rom.12:2
B.W.(Blog-walker)
Yeah!!!! cool.... sweet blog dude.... I am not sure if you remember me, I met you at camp Crestview like 25 years ago. Now you are totally blogging. How cool is that? Let it fly Mr.Free Range Guy!!! (I mean Pastor, but guy kind of rhymed with fly)
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Scott Haken
Looking forward to your updated BLOG. Love to hear what's currently on your mind.
ReplyDelete-red M
Hi Pastor Randy, I am happy and excited to hear about the blog. I will definately read it. It will be awesome to hear how God speaks to you at any given time, and of course your stories and life activities too. Good work!
ReplyDeleteJon Molen
Hi Pastor Randy can't wait to see the next blog... how do I get to it??
ReplyDeleteI am sure I will figure it out.
YOU ROCK!!!
Hi! Pastor Randy- We Love to read what you write in your blog. Your followers- Charlie, Lois and Tiger Foster
ReplyDeleteRamblings and musings; what fun....especially if some light leaks out to shine on the path.
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