Games provide the environment for people and stories to come alive and feel at home. I’m a huge fan of games and I always try to have a few in the back of my head when I’m going into a group environment. Here is a link to 13 that seem fairly simple, but effective.
http://fervr.net/youth-group/top-13-youth-group-mixers-icebreakers
Most of us live in places where knowing Jesus, not to mention what can be seen as secretive “Christian” language, is not a given. In these places, traditional ways of sharing our faith can be met with opposition and even a sharp contempt. This article give some great reminders to us of how to share Jesus in a real and life transforming way.
https://www.imb.org/2017/03/16/keys-sharing-jesus-post-christian-culture/
Ever wonder how to help the congregation transition in between songs or how to move on to another part of the service smoothly? This blog addresses that topic in a practical way so that transitions become less of a distraction from worship. I hope you find it helpful.
Is there anything practical that you do to transition in worship?
http://thechurchcollective.com/worship-planning/the-in-between-transitions-in-worship
When friends, family, or community members ask questions about your church, what are the metrics you use to communicate health or un-health? I think it‘s easy to fall into a numbers game when thinking about how our churches are existing or thriving. This article talks about some great metrics that are not numbers driven. Possibly my favorite is How much peace have you passed?
So I must ask... How‘s you‘re church doing?
Many of you are familiar with Bill Hybels and Williow Creek Church in Chicago. In this video Pastor Hybels talks about the importance of pastoral care in the life of a church. Where does pastoral care fit in the life of your church and ministry?
http://willowcreek.org.uk/lesson/value-pastoral-care-life-church/
