The Buzz, or Chirp, About Twitter

It seems like only yesterday that blogging was all the rage. It was an opportunity for persons to air their thoughts and for others to read them and possibly add comments of their own. Of course, Facebook soon came to be the new king of the hill and remains incredibly popular. What an easy way to share our life with others. But now, there is a new sheriff in town: Twitter. What is Twitter you might ask. I am not the best to answer that, but I'll do the best I can. Twitter is a way in which persons or organizations can disseminate brief bits of information to those who are interested in knowing. If you are familiar with Facebook, its kind of like a more frequent updating of your status. It is you saying, "This is what I am doing right now." I recently heard the story of someone using Twitter to give updates on the labor and delivery of their first child. Of course, it can also be used to make announcements and so forth. All of it in 140 characters or less. Its not primarily about the big things, but more on staying up to date with the little things in life.

As for me, I have yet to jump on the Twitter bandwagon, although my wife recently mad that leap. I suppose it is only a matter of time. What strikes me is this move to living in the blurbs. You know what I mean, only taking in tidbits rather than the whole story. I confess I do this often. Like a dinosaur, perhaps, I still get the daily paper. However, I rarely read the whole thing. I scan the headlines for something that stands out to me. The danger in this is never knowing the whole story. There are times when we just have to take the time to find out the whole story, especially when it comes to people. Our stories are so unique, so interesting.

Perhaps, Tweeting is telling the story, just a little at a time. It certainly seems to be resonating with people right now. That is, until the next great innovation comes along...

Rev Chris

Easter

Well, today brought to conclusion all of the Holy Week services. Here at Manchester, it began with Palm Sunday and continued with a Maundy Thursday service, two Good Friday services, a Sat. evening service in the chapel, a youth-led sunrise service, and four Easter services. Whew! I have to also say that they were some amazing services, meaningful, powerful, and inspirational.

I just want to first send my thanks to everyone helped make these services possible with their dedication and efforts. This goes for everyone leading the services and all those working behind the scenes. I further want to extend my thanks to all of you out there at your churches for your work and dedication as well. Through all of your work, many have heard the good news that He is risen, He is alive!

Rev Chris