Have you ever struggled with getting students involved in your ministry? I have. I think many of us who work with students have been frustrated, hurt, and confused by the lack of engagement in our ministries at one time or another. We put our heart and soul into planning, promoting, and putting on programs and … Continue reading 2 Ways to Get More Students Involved in Your Ministry
3 Crucial Actions to Take After Your Next Event
The big event you've been working on has just wrapped up. You and your team have spent months planning out every detail. You worked tirelessly to make sure everything was as excellent as possible. You successfully troubleshot every problem throughout the night. The lights are turned off, everyone's left, you've locked up, and you're heading home to … Continue reading 3 Crucial Actions to Take After Your Next Event
3 Ways to Partner With Parents
There's a lot of conversation in the church today about partnering with parents. It's a big deal to me both as a pastor and as a parent. But sometimes it can be a struggle to know exactly how to go about partnering with parents. Here are three practical ways your church and ministry can begin … Continue reading 3 Ways to Partner With Parents
1 Simple Tip That Will Help You Make Better Decisions
There's a passage in the Book of Joshua where the Israelites are making headway in settling the Promised Land. God continues to give them victory after victory. Word about what God is doing for his people spreads. Many of the nations occupying the Promised Land try to fight the Israelites but end up being defeated. When the Gibeonites learn of this, … Continue reading 1 Simple Tip That Will Help You Make Better Decisions
How to Talk to Your Kids About Tragic Events
As a parent, have you ever struggled with what to tell your kids when something tragic happens? If you've ever felt like you don't know what to say to your kids when things like school shootings, terrorist attacks or natural disasters happen, you're not alone. I've been a pastor since 2003. I'm also a … Continue reading How to Talk to Your Kids About Tragic Events
6 Ways to Stay Refreshed in Ministry
When I was in college one of my professors had a local youth pastor come to our class to share some of his experiences and insights in ministry. I don't remember a lot of what he said, but I'll never forget what he shared at the beginning of his talk: "If you can do … Continue reading 6 Ways to Stay Refreshed in Ministry
Jeff McClung 