A couple weeks ago, I got a chance to chat with a college student, who was just hired as a part-time youth minister. He began asking about the "Orange" family ministry philosophy we have jumped into here at RCC, but the discussion turned to more over time. Before long, I found myself actually providing wisdom … Continue reading Building the Team
Presidential Election 2012
My wife and I were talking this morning about the election. We talked about a lot of things, but there are two ideas I would like to share as we move forward as a country. First, why are we still voting the same way and time as we always have? Maybe 7am-7pm on a Tuesday … Continue reading Presidential Election 2012
Soccer: What I Learned My First Day Back
Tonight, I joined my first soccer team since college. It has been a long time coming, and something I have always wanted to do, but never had the opportunity until now. It is an indoor co-ed league for anyone over 18. Our team is made up of 10 guys and 2 girls. We won our … Continue reading Soccer: What I Learned My First Day Back
Audio Adrenaline is Back!
If you know me at all, you know that one of my favorite Christian bands was/is Audio Adrenaline. They were the first band I started following in Christian Rock, I own all their albums, and I have seen them in concert at least six times (I lost count). While I understood why they needed to … Continue reading Audio Adrenaline is Back!
Thesis Update – Oct. 8, 2012
Well, I just (finally) sent my newly rewritten thesis proposal off for approval. (No, the photo is not of my proposal.) I pray that it works out this time around, and that I am able to continue moving forward. It has been a LONG time coming, and I did not originally plan for it to … Continue reading Thesis Update – Oct. 8, 2012
Excited for the Future
This summer was packed full of speaking engagements, traveling, and many opportunities to talk with people from other churches. In fact, even though it was one of my busiest summers, it was one of the best for that very reason. I was able to hear God-stories from other places around New England. One thing that … Continue reading Excited for the Future
The Church & Social Media
I found this this info-graphic the other day based on a 2012 BuzzPlant survey. It is all about the church and social media. I won't say much, but instead, I will let the graphic speak for itself. I would, however, love to hear your touts and responses, especially in connection with the church you currently … Continue reading The Church & Social Media
workcampNE 2012 Reflections
This year, we participated in our fifth year, as a church, in a local mission trip, called workcampNE. The main focus of these week-long trips is to serve those less fortunate. This involves doing home repair and cleanup with several other youth groups. (Head to workcampne.com for more info on this ministry, and if you … Continue reading workcampNE 2012 Reflections
Shining Like Stars at SICSC 2012
This past weekend, I flew to St. Louis, and then drove to southern Illinois (actually, I just rode along) for a chance to speak and play music at Southern Illinois Christian Service Camp. This was the fourth time I have made this trip, and it seems to get better every year. In addition to working … Continue reading Shining Like Stars at SICSC 2012
Living with the End in Mind
I just finished talking to one of the ladies in our church about my upcoming speaking engagements. Specifically, I'll be talking about Nehemiah at WorkcampNE this year. It is something I felt God calling me to do, but I have to admit that I am still a bit nervous. I guess that is a good … Continue reading Living with the End in Mind
