and conversation about faith and spirituality at Faith Talk this Thursday (Oct. 18) at the Rocky River Brewing Company, 21290 Center Ridge Road, Rocky River OH 44116.

A few things that might spark some conversation:

A pastor’s column titled “The Big Question: why become a Christian today?”

A New York Times story on a study that showed a continuing decline in the percentage of Americans who are affiliated with any organized religious group.

And finally, if you get a chance, check out this week’s gospel lesson, Mark 10:35-45.  What might a church intent on service look like in practice, in worship, in study, in conversation?