To say it’s been a painful year for the Church is an understatement. It seems like every month we hear about another church leader who falls, confessing to sexual sin and/or sexual abuse. Most shocking is that some of these incidents involved sexual abuse of minors. It’s happening with such frequency we can become numb […]
I am writing this blog in honor of Father’s Day. Fathers – the best thing you can do for your kids is to give your life to Christ, but the next best thing you can do is to love your wife and maintain a healthy marriage. It’s clear. The current culture has an agenda to […]
Last week was bustling with activity at Lamplight Academy, and we’re excited to share our progress with you! My husband and I flew from Biloxi, MS to Minneapolis to set up a studio for Pastor Mark’s new course recordings. Having previously worked for Geek Squad, mounting a TV was a quick task for me. However, […]
It’s the month of June, a time of year when our culture asks everyone to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. This creates an awkward situation for Christians. We want to be loving and accepting of people who think differently, but our conscience will not allow us to celebrate something that the scriptures say is a sin. […]
As you minister to children, you will inevitably grow as a leader. Developing a thriving kids’ ministry requires a significant number of volunteers, making it essential to understand leadership principles and enhance your leadership skills. Here are the top 5 leadership skills crucial for kids’ ministry: 1. Lead by Example The cornerstone of effective leadership […]
In the journey of serving in kids’ ministry, one often encounters the misconception that it’s somehow lesser or not as significant as other forms of ministry. Despite its vital importance, such attitudes can take a toll on your spirit over time. As a leader, it’s crucial not to let these perceptions wear you down. You […]
Debbie and I recently returned from a 36-day trip. (We combined two cruises.) This was by far the longest vacation we had ever done. We wanted to celebrate after completing 45 years in ministry and retiring from my Kid’s Pastor job at Living Word. It was a relaxing trip to Africa and Europe and we […]
Have you ever walked into a bustling restaurant during the dinner rush, hoping to apply for a job, only to be turned away and asked to return later? While this strategy works for restaurants, the same approach doesn’t quite fit in the realm of church volunteer recruitment. This realization struck me one day as I […]
Not all your volunteers will become leaders. In fact, most volunteers do not want to lead, they just want to follow. Followers are people who want to follow. They don’t want to make decisions. They want someone to tell them what to do and they will do it. Leaders are people who want to lead. […]
I made a decision early in my ministry training that built the foundation for my ministry to kids. I was only 20 years old and didn’t even realize I was doing something wise. This is my story about the most intelligent ministry decision I ever made. It was October of 1978. I was attending Rhema […]