It’s Missionary Monday and today I am spotlighting Mark & Deanna Meyer. While I have not personally met Mark, I have communicated with him several times. Mark has some Awana memorabilia that he sells to raise funds for events like Returning Hearts Celebration. Since I enjoy vintage Awana items, I got some memorabilia from him. … [Read more…]
Recruiting is a topic that is always brought up when talking to children’s ministry leaders. Over the next few weeks, I will be providing a few tips to hopefully help you recruit new leaders. The first tip actually came from someone else who mentioned that they do it. During a typical Sunday morning service, take … [Read more…]
Thursdays are when I recommend a resource for you. This week a new web site was launched called: The site is developed to be like a Craig’s List for Children’s Ministry where you can post items you want to sell, items you are willing to donate (give away for free) and items you are looking … [Read more…]
Several years ago I had an eye opening moment. During an evaluation at my job, I realized that it did not matter what I did, what mattered was my boss’ perception of what he thought I did. Consequently, I had to make an extra effort for them to have a different perception. See, reality did … [Read more…]
The first weekend in November, I attended the Engage Conference in Mechanicsburg, PA. I am generally involved in planning and/or assisting the Awana missionary with their conference as well as leading several workshops and consequently I am not as energized when I leave as the attendees are because I am giving all day, not receiving. … [Read more…]