It is hard to believe that summer is almost over. We have about one month left. Kids will start going back to school soon, youth group will start up again, and the leaves will begin falling off the trees. Over the next several weeks, my focus will be on two major things at RCC -- … Continue reading As Summer 2010 Winds Down…
SoulFest 2010
Yesterday, I had the privilege of heading up to Gunstock Mountain with a couple of the guys from the youth group. We were blessed to have free tickets to SoulFest. After getting there, and it being the first time for any of us, we decided we would just hang out for a bit and see … Continue reading SoulFest 2010
MixFest 2010
Yvette and I found some cheap tickets ($10) to MixFest for this past Monday, so we headed down to Boston for a date night. We got to see and hear Kris Allen, Maroon 5, Switchfoot, Goo Goo Dolls, and others. I took some bits and pieces of the night to share a little about what … Continue reading MixFest 2010
Prayer Request for Sarah
UPDATE (8/18/10) -- Sarah is doing much better, and she even updated her own Facebook status with this message: "Sarah is feeling much better and thanks everyone from the bottom of her heart for their prayers and concerns!" So, thank you for praying for her! You all are amazing!! UPDATE (8/2/10) -- I just got this … Continue reading Prayer Request for Sarah
Help Me Win an iPod Touch
After hearing this was legit from another youth minister, I am ready to try it myself. So, all I'm asking is that you click my referral link below and sign up yourself. That's it. It will not cost you any money. Just a few moments of your time. Thanks! Click here help me win my … Continue reading Help Me Win an iPod Touch
Scooter Adventure
Earlier today, my wife locked the keys in the car. The only way I had to get to her was by scooter, our only other mode of transportation. It was about a 10 mile drive. The drive there wasn't bad, but on the way back, I had quite the experience. Several people wanted to pass … Continue reading Scooter Adventure
WorkcampNE Reflections
This past week, I was up in Maine with 15 students and 3 other adults for Workcamp New England. Basically, it is a service project week for high school students. If it helps, think of it as a mission trip right in the United States. Ever year, the location changes, but the purpose is still … Continue reading WorkcampNE Reflections
Back from Camp
This past week, I spent some time back at my home church-camp in IL. I was asked to be the missionary speaker, helping the kids know about ministry in New England. It was a great opportunity, and I really appreciated the chance to do it. I also taught a class on worship (explaining what it is … Continue reading Back from Camp
I Have a Coffee Shop Dream
Salem does not really have a place where people (specifically teens) can hang out. Sure, there is the mall or various ice cream places, but there is no place to relax and chill with your friends. Thus lies the root of my dream. I think it would be awesome to have a coffee shop somewhere … Continue reading I Have a Coffee Shop Dream
Independence Day 2010
Yvette and I had a great weekend celebrating our nation's birth. From hanging out at a friend's pool to festivals and fireworks, we had a fun time. On Saturday, we hung out at the pool before heading to Danvers, MA, for a festival. It was a great time, and we ate some fried dough and … Continue reading Independence Day 2010