In episode 6, Steve interviews Richard Ball, the Youth and Children's Pastor of First Baptist Church in Calico Rock, AR.
Get Out of the Office
How much time do you spend in the office each day/week compared to time in the community building relationships with others? I've been convicted to get out of the office more. Maybe this is something you could do too...
Student Ministry Podcast: Interview with Mel Nelson (Episode 5)
In episode 5, I interview Meg Nelson, the minister of children and youth at United Church of Norwood, MA, and a volunteer with Young Life.
Sending vs. Hoarding
A few weeks ago, I attended the Exponential Conference. Soon after I arrive, I was confronted with a bunch of speakers bombarding me with one central message -- we need to multiply!
Brokenness Aside
We are a broken people who come together to make broken churches. Sometimes, that brokenness gets in the way, though, doesn't it? Here's a recent revelation God revealed to me about His church!
Why Involve Teenagers in Church Work?
We all talk about the staggering number of teenagers that step away from the church after they graduate high school. One of the biggest ways to keep teenagers involved in church is to actually get them involved. So, here are a few areas where teens can serve in your church!
Student Ministry Podcast: Interview with Kyle Alt (Episode 3)
The Student Ministry Podcast episode three is here, where I interview an old friend from college, Kyle Alt.
Dear Youth Pastor, Guard Your Day Off!
We're told to honor the Sabbath, but why do many people in ministry have such a hard time doing it? Here are a few things I've learned about guarding your day off.
How to Save, Subscribe, Edit, Tag, & Share on Facebook
Facebook is a great tool for ministry and social interaction, but there are a few things I see people struggling with often. Here are a few tips on how to save, subscribe, edit, tag, and share better on Facebook!
Student Ministry Podcast: Interview with Trevor Ile (Episode 2)
In the second episode of the Student Ministry Podcast, I interview Trevor Ile, high school pastor at Central Christian Church in Mt. Vernon, IL.