You have to start somewhere, right? Reality is that most people do not jump at the opportunity to serve in children’s ministry. If that were the case, you’d stop attending the “how to recruit volunteers” workshop at the next conference. Like most children’s leaders, though, you won’t because it’s likely an ongoing challenge. What if…
I have a great team of leaders—both paid staff and volunteers. I am very much a macro manager. Personally, I don’t have the patience to oversee every little thing that is done. In fact, that’s why I hire leaders, so I don’t have to. Here are 5 thoughts on leading those who lead: 1. Discover…
First, I would like to say that Michael Chanley is doing a tremendous job at INCM as evidenced by CPC Orlando. The five initiatives of… 1. Impart God’s truth to this generation 2. Provide a safe and relevant environment 3. Communicate with families 4. Network with a community of leaders 5. Pray for the international…
Ever have one of those moments when you feel like everything is going pretty good and then WHAM0?! Yep, that’s me. Our church is going through some good transition right now, but we all know even good transition can be tough. In the midst of some of this I have played what some people would…
“If you give a good idea to a mediocre team, they’ll screw it up. But if you give a mediocre idea to a great team, they’ll make it work.” –Ed Catmull Questions to ask yourself today? Who’s on your team? Do you have the team that is going to take you from “here” to “there”?…
Brand loyalty is a reciprocal relationship that begins with the business. A business must be loyal to its customers to receive loyalty back. – @DisneyInstitute I read this on Twitter from the Disney Institute and it really resonated in me. I was challenged with the thought as a children’s pastor and leader how loyal I…
Disney has something they call “onstage” and “offstage”. You are onstage when you are in the Disney theme park where guests can see you. You are offstage when you are behind the big walls where only other cast members (employees) can see you. Disney employees are expected to bring their A game with them when…
Here’s the latest and greatest about Kid Nation at South Hills: Oh, and HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!! PJ
Check out what’s going on at Kid Nation at South Hills! PJ
The latest and greatest at Kid Nation: PJ