Category: Volunteer Care
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One-Year Anniversary of the Bluebonnet Child Book
A year ago today, the Bluebonnet Child book was printed for publication by Wipf and Stock. I viewed this as an omen of sorts since July 7th is my best friend’s birthday. While seeing one’s idea printed on paper is exhilarating, hearing folks share of how this lil’ book has enhanced their serve to kids…
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Mindy, Monty, and Ministry: What Comedians Teach Us on Leadership
While some watch sports or cooking shows, I am slightly (ok–very) obsessed with well-written comedies. So much so, that my friends threw me a shower that was themed Saturday Night Live. There was a “Mom Jeans” skit (written by the blogger, Leah Hartman) and more Chris Farley impersonations than one could imagine. My utmost respect…
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The Samuels Among Us: Joel Wilke
Camp Horizon Director, Joel Wilke and Fam. During March, I will be interviewing four persons who entered into vocational ministry under the age of 25 and remained in that same position for at least 5 years. My prayer is that their stories will encourage you who are hearing the faint whispers of the Holy…
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Baby Dolls & Legos; Lessons on Nurturing & Refining Volunteer Teams
If not serving at the church I am most likely in my daughter’s playroom. As an imaginative two-year-old, she adores baby dolls and legos. She loves wrapping the doll in blankets, patting her back, and feeding her broccoli and tuna in a high chair. I join her and do all that I can to assure…