Why I Blog – by Fr. James Coles

Fr. James Coles is the writer of one of the most enjoyable, thought-provoking, and whimsical Orthodox blogs in the blogosphere – Scholé. His success is belied by his unassuming approach to writing, blogging, the priesthood, and life in general. His writing style reflects his voice, manner and approach to life and faith. We asked him to share with us what has made his work so successful as a blogger, and in light of our 30 (40) Days of Blogging exercise to inspire other pastors to begin blogging, he has graciously obliged us.

No one, except maybe my wife, is laughing more than me that I am being asked by Preachers Institute (www.preachersinstitute.com) to blog about why I blog! I would have never thought that I would become a “blogger.” In seminary my wife had to fiercely and radically edit all my papers. Writing seemed to be a skill I would never have. But, I have always enjoyed creative writing and the creative crafting of sermons and talks. Blogging, it turns out, is just a good fit. Read more