Vintage73 is a collaborative blog focusing on the culture and values of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA). The site was born out of a desire for honest and charitable discussion within and about the PCA.
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Pursuing a Ph.D While Planting?

Pursuing a Ph.D While Planting?

Like many in our small world, I did not stop my formal education after seminary. In fact, I did another Master’s degree (History) and went through to the Doctorate (History). Last Monday, I finished my final seminar. In the fall, I have a private readings scheduled and then I sit for comprehensive examinations in March...

3 Ways to Glorify God in Corporate Worship

The end of public worship is the glory of God. His people should engage in all its several parts with an eye single to His glory. Public worship has as its aim the building of Christ’s Church by the perfecting of the saints and the addition to its membership of such as are being saved...
The Privilege of Reading in the 21st Century

The Privilege of Reading in the 21st Century

Just imagine how different the world would be if you could never send a letter or write a note or email someone. Reading is a gift that most of us don’t appreciate. Most people aren’t even aware of how much they read on a daily basis. We read and write all the time, just think...

10 Reasons I’m PCA and in the Acts 29 Network

The participation of PCA elders in para-church organizations is nothing new.  One might even argue that the PCA was founded by para-church organizations.  In the panoply of Reformed organizations like these, The Acts 29 Church Planting Network is a newcomer.  Some folks in the PCA connect Acts 29 exclusively with Mark Driscoll.  Others view the...