Deep Thoughts by Mr. G

So there was this debate on a forum about Comtemporary or Traditional Styles of Worship - and here is my Response. Somehow I think we miss the point. Define Worship - Worship isn't a style - it is an expression. If you worship something it is what you adore, admire, show your love for. I think we get Worship and our "services" mixed up. The assembling of the church on Sunday comes together to show Worship and that expression may be done in many different musical and other expressions during the service. Whether this be traditional, blended, contemporary, or what have you - does it matter? In some ways it may but then it gets back into the McChurch theology rather than defining Worship as an Expression. I almost laugh at the whole "Worship Style" "Worship Wars" Why? Because if our people and leadership know and do what true Worship is - we wouldn't worry on musical tastes but what is showing Love to God and love for others. You may not like a certai

Article This quote stood out to me: " It takes character and selflessness for ministers and members to be kingdom oriented, not my-church oriented. God does want our churches to grow, but through the conversion of the lost, not by just doing church a little better than the church across town." My prayer is I'm more Kingdom oriented than comparing myself to local or national churches. The Kingdom of God is bigger than the church I'm @ now.

Top Ten Things to Know When Applying for a Youth Ministry. 1. Your Resume is everything. Keep it short. Simple. An opening letter of interest of the position. The Resume itself should have your contact info, Philosophy of YM, Doctrinal statement, Education, Experience, Honors, and References. Usually 1 page for intro letter, 1-2page resume, and references. Make it professional. Check for spelling. Make them want to talk with you. Don't over do it though. Be concise and honest. 2. Have it in Writing. Get a description of the position. Is it just teens, children also? Pay range etc. If a church doesn't have any idea of what they are looking for, neither should you look at them. 3. Ask what the application process is. This is important. If you are looking for a position in the next few months and the church isn't in any hurry to hire, no need to send a resume. How soon hear back? Are they doing a beauty contest? Bringing in their Top 3? etc. 4. Demographics. Size of church, l

So one of my peers has been recently terminated from his youth ministry position. SAD really. I hurt for him. Whatever happened to extending Grace, mercy. Basically let go because of financial reasons. Now what bothers me is given a severance. Only a month or so. Must jobs you can get a 2 week, month, or 60days notice or more. The thing about most jobs is you can get another job within that amount of time. With youth ministry or any pastor position it takes months even years to get into the next position, and sometimes is harder when you are in between positions. Here are some Top 10 suggestions to handle a Forced Exit. 1. Use Resources that are already out there to help with the healing process and get onto the road of recovery. 2. Get as much encouragement as possible. There will be bouts of doubt, depression, anxiety, stress, and knowing where God is - in this time. 3. Get some accountability and counseling advice. 4. Move on, but also cherish the memories. Make a scrapbook, write