Pastor's Blog
Leadership Lessons in The ‘Blown Call’
First base umpire, Jim Joyce, made a bad call – a really bad call. He ruled the runner safe, when he should have called him out. His mistake cost the pitcher, Armando Galarraga, a perfect game. After pitcher, Armando Galarraga had retired 26 straight batters in a game on Wed night - one more out would make this game a “perfect game.” On a throw to first base – video ... ... Continue Reading
Honor to whom honor is due
I was reading Craig Groeschel’s Blog and got inspired so - today I’d like to honor a few people: My wife: Holly is my best friend. She has a genuine and refreshing faith in God. I love how she expresses her love to our children. She has an amazing gift to connect with people and touch their life. She loves me when I’m admirable and more importantly – she ... ... Continue Reading
A Leader's Hands
Jesus had the hands of a carpenter. Worn & weathered. He also had the hands of a healer. Compassionate & soothing. He blessed the children, laid his hands on the sick and reached out to those who were hungry. Jesus had the hands of a leader. As a leader – you WILL touch people’s lives. How will you touch them? What you do with your hands defines you. We work ... ... Continue Reading
I can't get this girl out of my mind - she's not my wife
I can’t get this girl out of my mind. She’s four years old. The first day that my family had the chance to visit Watoto’s abandoned babies home in Kampala (called Bulrushes) – was a day that our hearts were ‘marked’ in a personal way. My wife, Holly and I had taken our daughter, Paris, with us to Uganda. We walked through the home where over 50 ... ... Continue Reading
What are you reading?
I’m always reading a book. Actually, I’m always reading 3 books! Could be ADD… could be – I have so much to learn. I’m usually reading something about relationships, something about leadership and something that builds my faith. Right now I’m reading Pastoring Men by Patrick Morely. It challenges me personally and gives me insight on how to connect ... ... Continue Reading
