Archive for June, 2009
Monvee – Custom Designed Spiritual Growth
Posted on 30. Jun, 2009 by frank.
John Ortberg says, “Disciples of Jesus cannot be mass produced – they have to be hand crafted.” As church leaders we often take personal responsibility for mass producing disciples from our congregations. The challenge is that discipleship requires an individual to take personal responsibility for their development and a leader to provide individual attention, accountability [...]
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Don’t Stop Believin’ PS-22 NY
Posted on 21. Jun, 2009 by frank.
I don’t know if you saw the pilot of the new show on Fox, Glee but it was pretty cool. However these kids from PS-22 in NY got em beat. Check out their version of Don’t Stop Believin. The group has performed for celebrities and even for members of congress. Their videos have been viewed by [...]
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What You Miss When You Don’t Slow Down
Posted on 18. Jun, 2009 by frank.
Every so often I have a conversation with my Dad that makes me think about my life and lessons I’m currently learning. During our morning coffee out by the pool he asked me what this time off has been teaching me. It took me a moment to answer but here is what I came up with, [...]
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We Made It!
Posted on 16. Jun, 2009 by frank.
It took us a full two days but we made it to Florida! Unbelievable with two toddlers. The boys were so good through the whole trip. We kept their bellies full with McD’s and The Cracker Barrel and that seemed to keep them pretty happy. The postcard at the top of the post is an old [...]
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Road Trip!
Posted on 14. Jun, 2009 by frank.
After a great week with some of Shelli’s family we will be heading on a road trip! I am sure it will be quite an interesting time for us, as this will be the first one of its kind for our kids. Bringing two toddlers in the car to Florida will be quite the experience… [...]
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Grand Opening!
Posted on 11. Jun, 2009 by frank.
If you are a part of our church family then you know that our church had its Grand Opening of our new worship facility last Sunday. I am currently on sabbatical but I am so proud of our team and I feel so privileged to serve here. I miss you all and look forward to [...]
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Twitter Tool For Church – Paratweet
Posted on 06. Jun, 2009 by frank.
Just heard about a new tool that allows the use of twitter for live experiences in a more efficient way. Catalyst has actually used it at some one day events and Catalyst West. Often the issue with live interaction has to do with having an approval process for use. This way you are able to [...]
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Less Clutter, Less Noise. Video Interview
Posted on 03. Jun, 2009 by frank.
If you were following my blog last week then you know about Kem Meyer’s new book. Kem planned on having an after party interview on tokbox with Shawn Wood but the system crashed. However, she was still able to answer some questions through video so if you want to hear her talk about Tony Morgan, learning [...]
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Will You Say Something?
Posted on 01. Jun, 2009 by frank.
How much do you have to hate them to not say something? That was a question that came from our message this Sunday. Can you really not say something when the hearts and souls of other hang in the balance? Here are a few things to consider when sharing your faith: Look for opportunities – [...]
