Camp Create is over for 2012. All in all, it was a great week. I was able to help out with a lot of different areas this year. In addition to the usual taking photos and videos, and looking out for our middle school students in the afternoon, I also provided oversight the dance class … Continue reading Camp Create 2012
Happy 30th Anniversary Mom & Dad!
My parents are currently out celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary on a cruise in the Bahamas. While I wish I was there with them, since I've never been on a cruise, I also cannot think of a better way for them to celebrate. They are together, in an area many refer to as "paradise," and … Continue reading Happy 30th Anniversary Mom & Dad!
No Orange Conference 2012 for Me
Hey, everyone. First of all, I apologize for the lack of posts lately. Life and ministry have been incredibly busy. Also, I wanted to let you all know to not expect any Orange Conference posts from me this week. Normally, my blog would be overrun with all the summaries, photos, and videos I take at … Continue reading No Orange Conference 2012 for Me
Please Consider Helping Our Students Serve at WorkcampNE 2012
So, guess what! We've got about 30 high school students going on our mission trip this summer to VT. 30!! How awesome is that!? However, trips like this cost money. They have to pay for the supplies, transportation, housing, etc. while we are there. So, my question is this. Would you be willing to allow … Continue reading Please Consider Helping Our Students Serve at WorkcampNE 2012
5 Reasons for the Importance of Social Media in the Church
I recently read a great post by Matt Brown, of Think Eternity, that declared 5 reasons why social media is important for the church. It is something I realized early on when dealing with student ministry. However, as social media grows beyond just the younger generations, it is becoming more and more obvious this is … Continue reading 5 Reasons for the Importance of Social Media in the Church
Not Being Able to See the Trees for the Forest
The other day, we had really strong winds, and by the end of the day, our yard was covered in tree branches. Today, I finally went out to clean them up. As I went around picking up the large branches, I thought I was doing quite well. I stacked them in a nice pile between … Continue reading Not Being Able to See the Trees for the Forest
The Orange Tour Online Returns on March 6, 2012
Have you been interested in the Orange Conference? Have you not had the chance to attend an Orange Tour? Do you wish they had another option for those who cannot make either of those options? Well, you in luck! Be sure to check out the Orange Tour Online on March 6, 2012, from 1:00-3:45pm. Expect … Continue reading The Orange Tour Online Returns on March 6, 2012
Confidence vs. Humility
A contrast that has often boggled me is the idea of confidence and humility. I strongly believe we are to be both, but to be honest, I think this is a difficult balance. As our lead minister, Tom, says, "It's not one or the other, it's both." So, how are we to be both? How … Continue reading Confidence vs. Humility
The Importance of Networking
I am going to be honest (as if I'm not at other times??) with you all. When I am with students, I often feel like a different person than when I am on my own with a group of adults. With the students, I am outgoing and sometimes crazy. With adults, I am more reserved … Continue reading The Importance of Networking
Student Loan Debt – Part 1 of 2
Today, a good portion of our savings will be used to pay off my side of our student loans. It is an odd, strange, exciting, frustrating feeling. To start with, I thought it was going to take much longer, but God has provided. My 10 year loans were paid in 4-5 years. However, it is … Continue reading Student Loan Debt – Part 1 of 2
