 For Your Soul
A Sanctuary in Time
posted 6/04/2009
There are certain places that feel sacred to me—the chapel where I was married, the lake at sunset, my garden when everything is in bloom.
God made us so intricately. When we come into a place where we have felt God's presence before, our minds ... Read more …
  A CUP O' THOUGHTS
WITH DAVID STAAL
Kids Need Michelle and Starbucks
posted 6/12/2009
Our country's economic downturn affects more than your budget.
Two to 3 million additional children will begin to live below the poverty line as a result of the current recession. Their lives will become more difficult. Attitudes might slip. So will attendance. ... Read more …
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What weighs you down, bends you over, keeps you small? Is it the weight of other people's expectations? Or the burden of trying to make other people happy?
Self-Confidence, Humility; Your Choice
I find a common communication practice quite funny—creating phrases with words that really don't go together, and yet, still make sense.
Recruiting: The Common Cold of Ministry
The word recruiting gives some people an uneasy feeling. Maybe even you (or just "someone you know").
The Volunteer Question: Ready or Not?
In a recent advertising campaign Microsoft asked the question "are you people ready?"
Bring Faith to Life
Discover how to use your child's individual learning style to inspire spiritual growth.
Use Space Effectively
Every church is different. You may need to adapt the curriculum materials to the space you have available.
One Word
Everyone knows the dual role of Thanksgiving—eating more than what's reasonable and expressing appreciation for something or someone.
Ministry-Parent Communication
For the last week, I have been tracking my junk mail. In five days I received the following …
Now Hiring! Children's Ministry Job Openings
When you have a paid staff opening on your team, finding candidates often poses a substantial challenge. One opportunity to consider is posting your opening in the classified ads section offered through ChristianityToday.com.
Click here to learn more about these and other ministry openings, or post your own opening.
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