421SHARESFacebookTwitterLinkedinPrintMailPinterestStumbleupon Reading Time: 5 minutesWhen we find ourselves leading a group of people as the only full-time paid position, you become all things to all people. Don’t get me wrong, delegation is a loyal friend. But...
355SHARESFacebookTwitterLinkedinPrintMailPinterestStumbleupon Reading Time: 6 minutesI pastor in a rural context where I’m called ‘Pastor’ more than my actual name. It’s almost like my identity. But I tend not to insist (or expect) everyone to use the title of...
183SHARESFacebookTwitterLinkedinPrintMailPinterestStumbleupon Reading Time: 5 minutesWhen I applied for the Children’s Pastor position in Glenwood, Newfoundland, I didn’t even know where Glenwood was. I just knew that there was a need in this community and I felt a...
236SHARESFacebookTwitterLinkedinPrintMailPinterestStumbleupon Reading Time: 6 minutesSince our ministry began, I’ve asked myself some serious questions. One of them — what constitutes a ‘church service’? What I’ve learned, is that we tend to allow our tradition, and...
601SHARESFacebookTwitterLinkedinPrintMailPinterestStumbleupon Reading Time: 4 minutesWe’ve allowed people to drink coffee during our worship services for quite some time now. Yes, it creates a relaxed atmosphere, but I’ve questioned its long-term...
95SHARESFacebookTwitterLinkedinPrintMailPinterestStumbleupon Reading Time: 4 minutesChristmas planning is well on its way. In a world that’s hurting and searching for true love and joy during Christmas, the local church has a great opportunity! What if the Local...