Pursuing Truth In Community

A Word From Sam

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 12:11:25 -0800

Have you ever had someone try to “convert” you to their own personal beliefs?
I guess I shouldn’t be shocked by it anymore, but I am constantly being told by people who visit the cafe (which has a faithbased affiliation) that they were surprised that they weren’t told to go to church, or that God didn’t smite them dead for walking through the doors. And guess what... I have to laugh every time. You see, that kind of Bible Thumping is never going to be my thing. This doesn’t discredit the Good Book. In fact, it supports the ideals within it. The entire Law of the Old Testament (such as the 10 Commandments, etc.) was broken down by a guy as “Love God and Love Others.” Even though he was trying to mess with Jesus, he ended up being right. Throughout history lots of things have been “done in the name of Jesus.” For example; the Salem Witch Trials, the Crusades, & Slavery. Each lacked that fundamental truth of love, which by the way is the best evidence of our love for God. Acting like you’re about to “fix” someone so they are “Saved,” without genuine love first, is like trying to button up your shirt starting from the wrong eyelet. You’re gonna end up with half your collar at your chest while the other half covers your ear - and that’s not what you’re going for. It also perpetuates a myth that Christians think they’re better than other people. Truth be told, a person who is truly attempting to be Christ-Like realizes how screwed up they are and that they’re a failure who needs help in the worst way. So they quit trying to act like they’ve got it all together, and they start pursuing God’s plan for their life. If you’ve been told about how you suck by people in the church, I want to apologize. They probably have good intentions, however misguided they may be. If you hate my guts for this little rant of mine, or you want to respond in any way, please hit me up at info@corridorspasadena.com.
Thanks, Sam

FOOD in 2008

Thu, 3 Jan 2008 10:14:35 -0800

Beginning in the near future of 2008 the cafe will be serving prepackaged food. Yum Yums. Open Mic Nights are on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month all year long (Jan. 4 & 18.) Community Kid’s Night is on the 3rd Friday of each month all year long (18th of January.) We have hosted lots of independent events and plan on doing more of it, so you have an organization or association and need a place to throw your thing, hit us up. Be sure and check the Calendar to keep up on what you can get involved with. I said Check the Calendar! The Cafe and it’s functions are here to serve the Community so if you have some needs or ideas that are in line with Our Vision, please drop us a line at info@corridorspasadena.com.
Don’t forget to reserve a spot for the Open Mic Night on Jan 4. Do so by CLICKING HERE.

What’s Good?...

Mon, 3 Dec 2007 13:59:43 -0800

Everything from Community Kid’s Nights to Poetry Slams and Open Mic’s, not to mention all the new people just coming to hang out or study. Be sure you don’t miss out on events that will introduce you to new talent, new people, and new experiences. Check the Calendar. The Cafe and it’s functions are here to serve the Community so if you have some needs or ideas that are in line with Our Vision, please drop us a line at info@corridorspasadena.com.
Don’t forget to reserve a spot for the Open Mic Night on Dec. 7. Do so by CLICKING HERE.
And for you Jazzy Cats, we have a special guest show on January 26. Mark your calendars and check back for more information.

Cub

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 16:15:30 -0800

The entire CP Family suffered a huge loss on Sunday, Nov. 11 when our friend and brother Christian Bruce passed away. Christian, who’s nickname was Cubby, is remembered by his friends as hilarious, always smiling, incredibly caring and very responsible. The Medical Examiner reports that meningitis is to blame. Cubby was an influential personality to say the least. To know him was to love him, with his uniquely blended spirit - the pinnacle of competitive and the epitome of compassionate. His collegiate community of Tuskegee University in Alabama commemorated him with multiple memorial services. The formal funeral was held in his childhood hometown of Cleveland, Ohio. A vigil will be held on December 14 for his friends and family in Pasadena (time & place TBA.) The Ripples of Christian’s kindness will continue to spread as his blessed friends pass along the love of the Lord, which was his sustenance. Keep his family in your thoughts and prayers as they attempt to find peace and meaning in this tragedy.

Open Mic Night

Sun, 11 Nov 2007 17:16:26 -0800

If You’ve Never Considered It...
Open Mic Night (Dec. 7) is an opportunity for amateur, and experienced artists alike, to step up to the Mic and demonstrate their skill. There has been a great response to everyone who has the courage to perform. So whether you freestyle rhyme or beat-box or have a band or fly solo individual acoustic style or can tell the spoken word or have a piece to show(ceramics, acrylics, photography, whatever) or you just need to get something off your chest - all types do their thing on Open Mic Nights.  You can be sure to reserve a spot by clicking HERE. Or jut check the calendar and just come on by.