Jeff McClung

One of the things I love doing is teaching kids. So a few years ago I put together a class to teach kids how to accept Christ and what baptism is all about. Here are the notes I use to teach this class. http://www.scribd.com/doc/234903060/Kids-Baptism-Class-Leader-Notes

Every year we take our 5th & 6th Graders up to summer camp at Forest Home. It's a great camp where our kids have fun, connect relationally, and grow spiritually. A few years ago we started to notice our counselors were having a hard time staying energized and engaged with the games and activities at … Continue reading How to Make Summer Camp Awesome for Your Counselors

I'm a pretty organized guy. I like to plan things ahead and stick to that plan. I have a tendency to freak out when things don't go according to plan. So a few weeks ago was a little stressful for me. I was leading our volunteer orientation meeting, going through our emergency procedures. As I started talking through … Continue reading What a Black Out Taught Me About Planning Ahead

Last week Jeremy McGarity, the lead pastor over at Seven San Diego, gave a great talk to our pastors about what he's been learning about how to make it in ministry. Here are the highlights: 1. It's not about your comfort; it's about God's call on your life. 2. A real friend is hard to … Continue reading 17 Things Every Pastor Needs to Know to Make It In Ministry