The MacGyver Way of Seeing
What would it look like if your church saw the world as a treasure chest of tinker toys instead of bits and pieces of a puzzle that don’t fit? MacGyver had a different way of seeing the world. MacGyver’s vision began with what’s real instead of what’s ideal. How many times have you heard statements like, “We could grow if we had a youth or children’s director to bring in families with children?” Or, perhaps, you’ve thought, “If only we had more money, more people, and more participation, things would be better.”
Mind the Gap
Many churches have a mission statement and perhaps even a vision statement. But have you ever wondered why it's such a challenge for some churches to realize its mission and vision? Often the reason this happens is that the "stuff" of the church (pardon my sophisticated language here), that is, characteristics of the things we see, is different from the "sayings" we speak and hear.
Finding A Life's Calling
This year marks 30 years since I graduated from college. I was the first person in my immediate family to go to college. I needed a guidance system to help me navigate through the unfamiliarity of college life. And like most concerned parents of a college student, my mother was only too happy to assist me in any way that she could.
On the Journey
We're living a strange world. I can't believe that the dog days of August are here! School is starting back this month--though some students will have virtual and or in-person opportunities through the district. Please pray for our students, teachers, staff and parents. Surprisingly, August also brings with it a virtual Annual Conference. Yes, that's right, the 2020 Annual Conference Sessions Annual Conference will take place “virtually” on Saturday, August 29. We will be providing detailed ...
