Recently when visiting a church with people I did not know, a thought crossed my mind that momentarily distracted me. When I noticed the wide variety of people in the room, I began to wonder about the scope of the abilities, experiences and gifts represented in the room. I wondered if each person was using […]
Download: Service Project Planner
Spring cleaning service projects are a great way to get your entire church involved in serving the members of your church as well as the community at-large. The children’s ministry can make cards to be delivered to those you are serving while youth and adults can help with labor (inside and outside). As you’re planning the […]
Bring Hope to Victims of Domestic Violence
While leading the women’s ministry at our church, we began serving at a local domestic violence shelter. Domestic violence hurts, traps and destroys. Yet, it also provides an opportunity for meaningful ministry. We tend to think of ministry as affecting the lives of those we serve, but you will also discover that you and the women […]
Leading with a Servant’s Heart
If you had to choose the type of leadership that Jesus exemplified, would you say he was a boss, army general, team captain, law enforcement officer or shepherd. Throughout Scripture, Jesus is referred to as our Shepherd. This is not a flashy position, but one of humble service. This is the type of leadership style […]
There’s a Ministry in the Dirt
I’ve read and written about lots of ministries. I’ve participated in and led them. I’ve heard about new ideas and have seen changed lives. But recently, a ministry cropped up right under my nose, and I never saw it coming. Grab your Pitchfork My sister, Kathy, has a knack for finding people in need. She […]
Coffee, Coupons and Ministry
The Coupon Angels? Who are these women? How do they fit into ministry? Buzz continues to heighten as this group serves the Lord in unique ways. Every Monday morning with coupons in one hand and Starbucks in the other they plan their strategies. One morning I decided to visit these Angels in action. With pen […]
Retreat: Inside Out…A Mission Experience
Take Jesus to the streets by putting your shoes to the pavement and your hands to work. Our day began and ended at the church building, but we didn’t stay there. We met at 9:00 a.m., and women chose a team on which they would serve for the day. Then we headed out in cars, […]
Ministry: You Deserve a Snack Today
Reach into the workplace by meeting needs and providing snacks. You will touch the lives of people who may not be involved in church and who may desperately need the loving touch of Christ in their lives. It came to our attention that our two local factories were in need of snacks for their break […]
