We're getting ready to go on our annual youth group ski trip tomorrow at Gunstock Mountain. This year, we've combined the middle school and high school into one trip. It should be lots of fun. I just hope I don't have any back issues after falling yesterday on ice. I'll be sure to take some … Continue reading Ski Trip Tomorrow
Ministry Update 8-21-2009
It's been a while since I've updated everyone on the ministry here at RCC (both Student Ministry and my other "hats" I wear), so here you go. We're in the process of figuring out growth strategies right now at RCC. Not only people growth, but building growth, as we seek to build our first building … Continue reading Ministry Update 8-21-2009
Ministry Update 5-29-2009
It's crazy to think that it has been 19 months since I moved out to New England to do youth ministry at RCC. When I think back over this past year and a half, I can't help but think of all the changes. Some changes have been for the good, while others haven't. For instance, … Continue reading Ministry Update 5-29-2009
Quick Update
I just realized I had not written anything since Easter, so here's a quick update as to how things are going. Ministry Had a great day Sunday with the Local Outreach Team, and we are gearing up for a year of outreach here in Salem (including some stuff for July 4th and hosting a 5K … Continue reading Quick Update
What a Day!
I've had a great last few weeks of ministry here at RCC! Today was especially exciting. After a great day of skiing yesterday with the middle school students, I got up a bit slower this morning. However, it was totally worth it. Today, at RCC, I was privileged to baptize 3 teenage boys who have … Continue reading What a Day!
To My Financial Supporters
The following is a letter I sent out to my financial supporters on January 26, 2009, informing them that their commitment time is up. Dear Friends and Family, I first want to thank you so much for your continued support of the ministry in New England. Your prayers, finances, and kind words mean so much. … Continue reading To My Financial Supporters
The Bridge Weekend Update 2-15-2009
I'm so proud of my students! I'm also really excited about our new programs here at RCC. We just split the middle school and high school up into two separate groups today called "The Path" and "The Bridge" respectively. Two of our high school students have been collaborating on a video series we've called The … Continue reading The Bridge Weekend Update 2-15-2009
Greetings from NH
Yvette and I are slowly but surely getting our house set up. We had our first guests last night, when some friends came over to watch "The Office." Our bedrooms are still quite messy, but the main living areas are quite nice. It's small, of course, but it's a good place for a new couple … Continue reading Greetings from NH
Thanksgiving with Lazarus House 2008
For the past several years, Lazarus House Ministries, located in Lawrence, MA, has given out meals to the less fortunate during Thanksgiving. They receive donations from local stores and rely upon many volunteers to organize and distribute the food. It all goes down the day before Thanksgiving. People unload trucks and organize the food into … Continue reading Thanksgiving with Lazarus House 2008
Recap of November 9, 2008
Wow... As I write this blog, I'm still amazed at how good God is. Yesterday was a great day for a minister. It was one of those days when I was reminded of why I do what I do. And God has a great way of reminding you when you most need it. It all … Continue reading Recap of November 9, 2008