Why don’t I have altar calls?
Sep 3rd
People often ask, “Why don’t I have an altar call at the end of the service?” There are several reasons why I don’t have a “come-forward” invitation at the end of the service after teaching a sermon. More >
Sr. High YouthQuest 2010
Sep 2nd
Join us for a biennial youth conference celebrating our Brethren in Christ family. YouthQuest alternates between Canadian and American locations – and this year it’s in Toronto, ON! There will be great music, exciting out-trips, amazing spakers, delicious food, gorgeous accommodations, informative seminars and so much more.
Corn Roast Kickoff Event
Aug 24th
Saturday, September 11 beginning at 4:30 pm at Roger and Mim Cober’s farm. Bring a salad or dessert to share, lawn chairs and plates, cutlery and cups. Main course will be provided. Everyone invited! (Note rain date is More >
Is worship more than music?
Aug 24th
In contemporary churches today, it seems that the word “worship” has become synonymous with music. I suppose that is the downside of moving away from the liturgical style of previous generations. In modern churches, the two words, worship and music, are almost interchangeable. More >
Why do some Authors have an Avatar?
Aug 22nd
In this blog, some authors have an avatar (a headshot photo) at the end of their postings, and other authors don’t have an avatar. Why? …or… How do I get an avatar to show for my posts? More >
Sr. High Overnight – Sept. 24th
Aug 18th
Sr. Highs, we know you’ve missed being together. It’s been a long, wonderful summer; full of crazy stories and memorable moments. But as the summer wanes and we start to see the days shorten, it means one thing is on the horizon: school. More >
Ministry to children is important
Aug 17th
I was reading some research from George Barna. He is a researcher who studies the trends happening in our society and in the church and how each relates to the other. He writes: “Just as our culture has changed dramatically in the last 30 years, so has the way in which people come to Christ … More >
Condolences to Lavery Family
Aug 17th
We send our condolences to Brian and Karen Lavery on the passing of Karen’s father, Elroy Boshart. May they find comfort in the Lord at their time of loss.
Red vs. Blue is coming…
Aug 15th
Jr. Highs, we know you know how to party. We know you love gross games. We know you love to eat candy, get crazy and jump around. We know you know all this. But you don’t know how to do it all in one night. More >
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Sr. High BONFIRE – Details Changed!
Aug 11th
Matt Reist’s pool exploded (oh my!) so Kristen Cober is hosting an impromptu Sr. High Bonfire at her house in New Hamburg!
WSM Events for 2010-11 School Year Released!
Aug 10th
We all know what you’ve been waiting for… The summer is great but we all know that your waiting for the Fall. More >
Are you a seeker-sensitive pastor?
Aug 10th
People often ask me, “Are you a seeker sensitive pastor?” Many people today have some misconceptions about churches that use a contemporary style of ministry. They automatically think that a contemporary church is a seeker-sensitive church. This is a faulty conclusion as one does not equal the other. Although I would describe my ministry style and leadership as intentionally contemporary, I would not describe our services as seeker-sensitive. I believe that the church should be culturally relevant and yet doctrinally pure. You can and should be both. It is not one or the other. More >
Baby Congrats to Klassen Family
Aug 10th
Congratulations to Chris and Karen Klassen, proud parents of a newborn boy, Ceazon Nicholas Klassen, born on Sunday, August 8, weighing 9 lb 3 oz. His two big brothers are very excited! Blessings to Chris and Karen, and proud grandparents Richard and Sara!
What I am reading this week
Aug 5th
There are a lot of books written about leadership. Sometimes I think people should spend less time reading about leadership and more time “just leading something” but that is the subject of another post. A recent read from Bill Hybels, called Axiom, however, was well worth the time and will be helpful to anyone in a leadership position in any organization. More >
