Three things you’ll never hear me say in the spring: 1) Everyone’s camp balances are paid in full! 2) I spent way too much time with my small group leaders this semester. 3) I wish these 8th graders would hurry up and transition to high school.…
My youth office used to be in a building where only a few of us worked. Then, one day I was relocated to a place closer to other pastors and leaders. I liked being secluded for some reasons. And I like being included for even more reasons.…
We sat down in a close circle, exhaled and focused as we opened the Bible. As each page was read, they became more and more involved. Word after word, they sat drinking in the richness of the sacred texts of God.…
I recently read my 6th grade autobiography. I’m so glad Mrs. Leedale gave us that assignment. It was the first time I felt really alive while doing school work. So, I like writing. But even if you don’t there are some great reasons to consider writing in your ministry, for your ministry, and for others connected to your life and ministry.…
There’s nothing more daring than showing up, putting ourselves out there and letting ourselves be seen. -Brene Brown I should be an alcoholic. Just as much as I was born with American Indian blood flowing through my veins, I was also born with a heritage of substance abuse.…
I made some inaccurate assumptions about summer service during my first year in youth ministry. I thought it might be helpful to share three of them. I hope you’ll comment and interact with your discoveries and also give tips on how to head into a sensational summer of serving together with our favorite people…teenagers.…
