Many years ago, I was introduced to the XP3 student ministry curriculum from Orange. I didn't know much about the whole Orange thing at that time, but I did hear they had an annual conference. So, in 2010, I attended my first Orange Conference. I was somewhat overwhelmed, but I had a great time and … Continue reading 10 Reasons to Attend the Orange Conference
Top 5 Reasons to Go Orange
Orange is more than a strategy for family ministry. It's a philosophy that can change your entire church. Today, during "Orange Blogger Week," I'd like to give you my top five reasons for your church to go Orange!
Discipleship with 3 Simple Questions
We've started using these 3 simple questions in our high school ministry, and it's started to make a difference already!
Orange Tour 2015
Have you wanted to attend The Orange Conference but never could make it happen due to the cost, location, or timing? The Orange Tour is for you! Registration opens June 11, 2015!
Five Things I Did Not Expect from The Orange Conference
I have been to several conferences over the years. To be honest, some are better than others. The Orange Conference is one of those better ones. Sure, there are great speakers and things to learn, but it is often the unexpected things that make OC so good. Today, I wanted to share five things that I … Continue reading Five Things I Did Not Expect from The Orange Conference
Are you Going to the Orange Conference 2015?
Over the past few years, I've had the privilege of attending three Orange Conferences. Each time, I've grown in my understanding of how to do ministry even better for God's kingdom. One of the cool things about Orange is that you can bring your entire staff. This isn't a conference for just student ministers or … Continue reading Are you Going to the Orange Conference 2015?
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
Communicate Better with Parents and Leaders with GoWeekly and LeadSmall
Looking for a resource that can help you communicate better with parents and small group leaders? Check out these new resources from Orange called "GoWeekly" and "LeadSmall."
What Students Want to Know About the Bible
This last month at our youth group, we taught our students about the Bible. We talked about who wrote it, when it was written, how was it compiled, how the stories are connected, and more. But they still had more questions...
What Orange Means to Me
Why do I talk a lot about the Orange philosophy of ministry? Let me tell you...
Steve Cullum 