Steve’s Blog

I’m Not Ashamed (Movie Review)

I'm Not Ashamed tells the story of Rachel Joy Scott, the first student shot at Columbine High School on April 20, 1999. You should see this movie, but in case you need more convincing, here are a few of my thoughts...

Student Ministry Podcast: Interview with Ray Hausler (Episode 9)

In episode 9 of the Student Ministry Podcast, Steve interviews Ray Hausler, the youth minister at Cincinnati Christian Church in Bloomfield, IN, and cross country coach at his local high school.

Connection, Wisdom, & Refreshment from DYM100

This past week, I had the privilege to attend DYM100 with Doug Fields, Josh Griffin, and 99 other youth workers from all over the United States and Canada. And my experience can be summarized in three words -- connection, wisdom, and refreshment!

Student Ministry Podcast: Interview with Geoff Kullman (Episode 8)

In episode 8 of the Student Ministry Podcast, I interview Geoff Kullman, the the Associate Pastor at Open Door Church in Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Geoff is also the director of Millennial Ministry, an organization that helps churches do a better job of reaching the Millennial generation.

10 Ways to Get Organized in Ministry

For the unorganized youth minister (or those who just want to get better), here are some tips and tools I have picked up along the way that help me stay organized and avoid one of the youth minister stereotypes.