It is so simple, yet it can be so very difficult. The secret to successful ministry can be summed up in one word… communication. If your volunteers don’t know that you appreciate them, why should they stay? How do we convey that appreciation? By communicating it. How do the children know we care? When we … [Read more…]
Yes, it’s that time of year again. The time when most Awana leaders are putting Awana behind them, not visiting the forums, not visiting Awana.org, not worried about Awana at all. Contrasting that are the Awana missionaries and ministry teams that are busy scheduling PCDL Meetings, Basic Trainings and the fall conference. The missionaries and … [Read more…]
While driving to work, or wherever I’m going, I generally listen to the local “Christian” radio station. I am fascinated by churches that advertise their services and special events on the “Christian” station. Sometimes I wonder if they are trying to reach the lost, or trying to get “Christians” to attend their services/events. Are they … [Read more…]
I know a young youth pastor who attended a seminary/Bible college a few years ago. He took a position at a church which had Trek and Journey (the Awana clubs for 6th – 12th grade). There was concern and discussion as to whether those ministries would continue. As I had discussions with him, he mentioned that … [Read more…]
Taylor Lassiter suggested that I spotlight today’s missionary. Taylor said that, “Mike Sexton in CA is probably one of the best missionaries in the US. He’s a pretty quiet guy, but does things with excellence unto the Lord, and is pretty innovative and has a great Ministry.” That is a pretty good recommendation from one … [Read more…]