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Comment on Give Santa the 25th, we have a better story by Len

Len — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:15:24 +0000

Great perspective.

Comment on Matthew 6:33 (1of3) Seek First by Scott

Scott — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 14:13:54 +0000

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Comment on We canceled the rock show… by Drew

Drew — Fri, 15 May 2009 19:33:04 +0000

Scott,
So what’s your plan now that it’s canceled?
I went to your class at ORANGE and was encouraged by your message. I work with Jr. High and lead our Family Ministry Team. I’ve been doing student ministry for 14 years and have a few questions for you if you wouldn’t mind the dialogue:

- I imagine the big event did have some holes. What were they? What do you plan on doing? I imagine your problems weren’t necessarily unique and what you’ve found could help me as we continue to evaluate our events – especially the “BIG” “youth group” time.

- What are you doing in terms of “family ministry” and connecting with parents at the Jr. High and then High School level. I think the Orange people have nailed it at the children’s ministry level: FX Experience events, “God Time” Cards, etc. However, things seem to get wishy-washy at the post-elementary age level. Are you guys doing anything at the student ministry level that connects and engages parents?

If you have some free time, feel free to email me back at dhenderson@sunnybrookcc.org and let me know any of your thoughts.

Drew Henderson

Comment on Orange Session: Leading Teams by Scott

Scott — Wed, 06 May 2009 14:11:51 +0000

Great question.
If i was in your seat i would consider raising up a volunteer point person for each area you oversee, including youth ministry. You can divide your time up between those key volunteers and raise them up as leaders in your church. I think all family pastors have a natural leading toward one age range, mine is actually college. The key is even if you can’t change your schedule for now watch your words. When you meet with other areas of ministry let them know you have a vision for them.

Another idea… mix up the jobs between youth and children’s and have everyone put their time into each age area. If you can’t give up youth ministry you may be able to hand off elements to the family ministry team. Then when you gather each person has an investment in each area of ministry.

Comment on Orange Session: Leading Teams by Scott

Scott — Wed, 06 May 2009 14:07:17 +0000

Thanks Jim.
Let me know if there is anything else i can help with.

Comment on Orange Session: Leading Teams by Scott

Scott — Wed, 06 May 2009 14:06:48 +0000

Matt, thanks for the kind words.
If you need any one to bounce ideas off of we are a constant work in progress.
Let me know how i can help!

Comment on Orange Session: Leading Teams by Adam Schultz

Adam Schultz — Mon, 04 May 2009 18:57:12 +0000

Question for you…
What if your at a smaller church (400-500 people) and can’t only be the Family Pastor? I am the youth pastor and oversee the family ministry team. What practical suggestions do you have that I can do while still maintaining the previous oversight I have. My leadership will not allow me to stop being the youth pastor and hire a new youth pastor.

~Adam

Adam.Schultz@5milechurch.org

Comment on Orange Session: Leading Teams by Jim Whittaker

Jim Whittaker — Mon, 04 May 2009 16:07:40 +0000

Great info. One of the key areas that I was looking for more input on as I looked forward to attending Orange.

Comment on Orange Session: Leading Teams by Matt

Matt — Mon, 04 May 2009 15:03:56 +0000

Scott, after 17 years of Student Ministry I’ve been entrusted with leading a brand new Family Ministry. My first year has totally been a “hit and miss” adventure…. Your session was SO helpful for me(I’m sure my team will appreciate all I learned). I’m grateful that you shared your insights and experiences. Thanks man!

Comment on Orange Session: Leading Teams by Scott

Scott — Sat, 02 May 2009 01:27:48 +0000

Thanks man, glad it helped! Hope to see you @ orange 2010!