We had a great time on our whitewater rafting trip with the RCC high school students and Crab Apple Whitewater Rafting in the Deerfield River!
Is Bigger Always Better?
We live in a world where the slogan, "Bigger is better," is often true, but is it always the case, especially in ministry settings?
What Are You Reading This Summer?
It's time to start in on that summer reading list! What are you reading this summer? Here's my list...
Memorial Day Reflections
Something many people do not know about me is that I was really close to signing up for the Navy when I was in high school. All the pressures of college were upon me, and I did not know what to do or how I was going to afford it. My electronics and computer networking teacher … Continue reading Memorial Day Reflections
Blizzard 2015 – Having Fun in Slow-Mo
On the night of January 26, 2015 (and continuing all day on January 27), the majority of the northeastern United States was hit with "Winter Storm Juno," which brought over two feet of snow to our yard. What does one do with all this snow? My wife and I decided to have some fun in slow … Continue reading Blizzard 2015 – Having Fun in Slow-Mo
Reflections from 2014 and Resolutions for 2015
Here are a few reflections I have about 2014, a couple thoughts about resolutions for 2015, and some wise words from Charlie Brown.
Spending Time with God
This afternoon, I spent some time relaxing by the lake, reflecting on a question I'm often asked by adults and students about how to grow in relationship with God. Here's a video I took while I was there.
Making Family Ministry Simpler
Over the past 10 years, I have had my idea of student ministry shifted. It all started when I began my first ministry, which was actually closer to 11 years ago. I led the middle school and high school youth groups at a small rural church in Illinois. I spent a lot of my time … Continue reading Making Family Ministry Simpler
Is Anyone Among You Sick?
Right now, it seems most of the United States (and probably many others around the world) are shocked at Robin Williams' recent death. The last I heard was that it was most likely suicide, but nothing had been confirmed. Apparently, he had been battling with depression for quite some time. But of course, most of … Continue reading Is Anyone Among You Sick?
Growth
Have you ever found a bump on your leg and wondered where it came from? Just kidding... I'm not going to talk about that kind of growth. Instead, I wanted to share some things I've been seeing lately in my ministry experience in the areas of spiritual and numerical growth. Recently, we made the decision … Continue reading Growth
Steve Cullum 