There is still value in dinner as a family! I’ve been a father for 18+ years and a husband for 21+ years. Throughout this time, I have always prioritized being home for dinner with my wife and children. Of course, there are times and seasons when this cannot be a nightly thing. However, it has been […]
ENCOURAGING AND DISCOURAGING YOUR YOUTH PASTOR. A New 5-for-5 List for pastors, leaders, and even parents.
Is therapy replacing church? 5 thoughts and 5 questions to ask ourselves as youth pastors and our student ministry.
A few weeks ago, I posted five reasons for the current shortage of youth pastors. My reasons were: 1.) Economic Challenges 2.) High Burnout. 3.)Cultural & Generational Gaps. 4.) Lack of Professional Development and Support. 5.) Shifting Vocational Aspiratatoins. Many have responded with their own ideas and reasons. Here are FIVE more reasons behind the […]
A NEW SHERIFF IN TOWN…You know the scene. The outlaw in the black hat walks down the dusty street, then out steps the guy in the white hat. He announces, “I am the new sheriff in town”, with his hand resting on the handle of his six-shooter. It is a scene that plays in my […]
nvolving Your Son in Ministry: a top ten list of why you should invite your son to be involved in your life in ministry as a pastor.
Love & Youth Ministry Work, quick youth pastor reflections from Marcus Buckingham’s book “Love and Work”. Hints and Helps.
More than Brain Rot? Youth Pastors, Teachers, and Parents Confusion to Understand Gen Z and Alpha Slang is Not Something New. Before you make fun of this generation of young people by rolling your eyes in person or posting a snarky video online, stop and consider some things. Especially if you are going to be […]
Don’t Walk This Tightrope Alone- the Nets of youth ministry of the internet, networks and our net worth in Christ as a youth pastor
