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Comment on How to spot a #ministry guru by Henry Zonio

Henry Zonio — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 18:02:05 +0000

Wow! I’m a Canada guru!

Comment on Family Integrated Small Groups by Melinda Madison

Melinda Madison — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 21:26:21 +0000

I’m so glad to see a move towards a more biblical and integrated approach to ministry. It’s time to undo the damage many churches have created by segmenting and over-scheduling our families. We are taking steps towards family-centeredness in our church now, so I am most interested in seeing this unfold and develop.

Comment on Connecting to children by Christie Marangi

Christie Marangi — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:44:35 +0000

Knowing your kids’ names is critical! I was just hired at a church plant whose CM is growing steadily. These kids were used to various adults showing up on random weeks to teach. On my third or fourth week in the classroom I had a couple of girls who had shown up the first week and then never again. God granted me memory that particular Sunday….and I greeted them by name. The look in their eyes blew me away. By the simple act of voicing their name, they felt important, and known. After that, they showed up nearly every week and we forged a bond that was pretty cool.

As for relating to kids on their level….try subscribing to some of their magazines, watching their shows, playing their video games. It lends you credibility as an adult when you are trying to steer those all important faith conversations. I find that they figure if you know about their lives and culture, you can speak effectively on how their faith impacts their culture. Just a thought!

Comment on How to spot a #ministry guru by gina

gina — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 18:40:49 +0000

that’s hysterical. i totally don’t qualify as a #ministry guru… i tote a PC. Sorry to disappoint. I like my dell

Comment on How to spot a #ministry guru by Michael

Michael — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 22:57:01 +0000

Yep… I majored in Sociology in college; so, Milgram was a big part of what we studied. This one and the prison experiment (I think that was Zimbardo) are two of my favorites.

Comment on How to spot a #ministry guru by jonathan

jonathan — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 21:28:41 +0000

Have you read about Milgram’s most famous experiment?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milgram_experiment

Comment on How to spot a #ministry guru by Todd McKeever

Todd McKeever — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 12:35:30 +0000

Nice post and good humor. I am glad you corrected your opening about:
1) they are using a Mac
2) they are sippiing Starbucks

Have a great day and yes I have my own list.

Comment on Family Integrated Small Groups by Bonnie Deroski

Bonnie Deroski — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 14:05:37 +0000

Thanks Michael. I believe that this is God’s heart for his people. I can’t wait to see how he moves through these integrated groups at your church. Please keep us all posted! BLESSINGS.

Comment on Family Integrated Small Groups by Maureen Small

Maureen Small — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 05:21:33 +0000

You are imbarking on what’s burning in my heart. I have some ideas, but I can hardly wait to learn from you and what you’re doing.

Comment on I hate divorce. by Michael

Michael — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 16:52:41 +0000

I understand your situation and have no judgment for you or your family. Sorry if you read that into my post. My perspective is as one who was emotionally scarred from divorce as a child.
When I say I hate divorce, it is because I suffer from those scars daily.
My prayers are with you and your children. If I can do anything to serve you, please let me know.
We live in a fallen world. Thank God for His grace.