Leadership, Communication, Ministry Health, Spiritual Health & YM Systems and Structures
Too many of us believe leadership is lonely at the top. I used to make that an excuse to isolate myself and pin the world against me. But, it is…
I asked my high school small group last night, “How have you guys felt lonely in last year?” It was a question I know they would not expect so they…
Who’s in your village? Who are the people that are helping you grow to know Christ? When we surround ourselves with men and women who love God and...
Beep! Beep! Beep! The alarm was going off for the third time and once again I was about to hit snooze, but that’s when I saw the clock and knew…
It would be nice if youth ministry was like golf where if you messed up at the beginning you could get a do-over. I can’t tell you how many times…
illwwwI’m a leadership junky. I love reading books, listening to podcasts, watching videos, and going to conferences where my leadership itch can be...
I was rushing from a youth ministry meeting to pick up my son from aftercare. Somehow, my wife knew I was going to be late so she called me to…
The enthusiasm is gone. At the beginning of the year it’s easy to get motivated and say, “I’m going to change.” And if will power was all that we...
The week between Christmas and New Years I not only spend time with family, and catching up on rest, but to answer the question:
Last week in Dallas I sat down with a group called the Catholic Youth Ministry Innovators to answer the question, “What do youth ministers in their...
Labor Day is when we remember the hard work that’s gone into building this country. But, it’s also an important reminder to a priceless principle in...
I can honestly look at my career and say “I’ve been successful.” At the same time I can look at my leadership and say, “I could have done better.”...
