Ministry here in Longmont is going really well. Not only are we ministering to the students and families at our church, but we also have several other great things happening: Local Network: We currently have all 5 of the paid youth pastors regularly attending network meetings. As we pray and dream about the future, we’re … Continue reading Quick Update about Local Networking in Longmont
Arvada Network Celebrates Big Worship Night
Our Arvada network had an awesome worship night on April 10. They had 125 students and 45 leaders from 18 churches/ministries. During the event, they split up and prayed over the 38 are schools that were represented. And at the end of the night, 10 students made first-time decisions to place their trust in Jesus! … Continue reading Arvada Network Celebrates Big Worship Night
Productive Trip to Colorado Springs
On April 3, I had a great trip down to Colorado Springs to meet up with 3 area youth-focused ministries. Focus on the Family: We’re working with them to help get the word out about our “Footprints on Campus” prayer initiative, along with encouraging individuals and churches to adopt schools around them (more info about … Continue reading Productive Trip to Colorado Springs
Climbing the Mountain Together
One of our newest youth ministry networks in Colorado has hit the ground running. While the Arvada-area group started just 4 months ago, they have been meeting regularly and already have a big vision. [Photo by Eric Sanman on Pexels.com] It all started with the faithful and dedicated youth leaders at Storyline Church. After doing … Continue reading Climbing the Mountain Together
Back to Basics: Learning While Leading (First Few Years Conference)
I recently had the opportunity to serve youth leaders who are in their first few years of ministry. This is the second time I've served at this conference, and I wrote about it for NNYM. Here is an excerpt. Read the full post on the NNYM blog. Being a youth leader is difficult. While our … Continue reading Back to Basics: Learning While Leading (First Few Years Conference)
Network Conversations: Healthy Networks
On June 13, 2023, I was asked to join NNYM’s Executive Director, Randy Davis, to lead an online training and discussion about the importance of networking with other youth leaders. We shared why healthy networks are so important, what defines a healthy network, and what needs to be included in every healthy network. These “Network … Continue reading Network Conversations: Healthy Networks
Answering the Call to Missions with NNYM
My wife and I would like to share some exciting news with you all! After benefiting from healthy youth worker networks and volunteering for over six years to help facilitate healthy networks, I’m answering God’s call to step into a full-time missionary role with National Network of Youth Ministries! Before I explain more about what … Continue reading Answering the Call to Missions with NNYM