Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Theology on Tap

Last night I attended the first Theology on Tap in Helena, organized by Jon Bennion and Regan Clancy. We met at Bert and Ernie's for some food and drink and a discussion of the Trinity. After initial welcomes and introductions, Dr. Mark Smillie from Carroll College here in Helena presented on the topic for about 20 minutes and then we had an open discussion--about everything from God's nature, to the Council of Nicea, to prayer, and more.


Theology on Tap is typically a Catholic ministry to young adults. But Jon and Regan have intentionally established this as an interdenominational group. The twenty-plus people who attended introduced themselves and the church affiliation. It was great to see Catholics and people from a variety of Protestant traditions together discussing the Trinity in a relaxing and fun atmosphere. I don't think it worked that way during the Reformation...

2 comments:

Scott Budlong said...

I must say Luther's comment to Zwingli about the elements of communion was especially mature. "If Christ told us to eat poop [sic], I would do it." Oh, how I miss the reformation spirit,

Matt said...

okaaaaaaaay!