Have you ever envisioned something for the ministry but as you shared with others it seemed as if all you received back were obstacles, people sharing why they think it won’t work, or unsure about trying something new and different? I’ve been there, and I’ve even been the one puting barriers in someone else’s way! … [Read more…]
Student leaders can be a real asset to your ministry. This year, I began using 6th graders as student leaders. They have to be progressing through their handbook and they serve one week each month in either Cubbies or Sparks (their choice). It has been a boost to our ministry. Here is why you should … [Read more…]
I recently had the opportunity to view the latest installment of the What’s in the Bible series, Volume 10, Jesus is the Good News which covers the Gospels. I can tell you that I’ve sat in church history classes, New Testament Introduction and other similar classes in college and subsequent to that, and unless you … [Read more…]
The title of this post probably catches you by surprise and you may be shutting me out before you even read this post. I don’t know, but I would ask that you read these thoughts and comment. Before I’m “stoned”, I need to say that I believe that marriage should be between a man and … [Read more…]
If you’re like me, you probably don’t know what Fastnacht day is or why it’s such a big deal. I learned about it as I moved to South Central PA a few years ago. Here’s what I’ve read from the “locals” about Fastnacht day, “It’s a Dutch tradition that was designed as a way to … [Read more…]