My friend and mentor, Pastor Scott Sommerfeld, has just launched his own website/blog this week: HolyManners.org. He’s been talking about putting one together for a long time and is excited to finally be able to put it together. Holy Manners is something that Pastor Scott teaches to churches and organizations…
I’ve written before about how to not be a jerk when giving criticism. I thought we’d take a look at the other side of the situation – respondingto criticism. While criticism is always going to come our way (It wouldn’t be life – or ministry – with out it) there…
This is a great video, even though it’s a little on the long side. Take 20 minutes when you have time and watch this video. It’s worth it, or I wouldn’t have included it here. Watch the video and then read on. Did you watch it? Don’t go on until…
Last week, Journey had an opportunity to partner with Family Christian Stores for their annual meeting. The company hosts its annual meeting at Celebration Cinema every year, right where we have our worship services. Apparently, their company meetings and events are a big deal and they often make an event…
In my role at Journey as the Director of Worship & Arts, I’m involved in a lots of teams. As a staff, we function as a team (even if it is just two of us); I’m a part of the Core Leadership Team, I lead the Worship Team, and I’m…
I was out for a walk with my dog last night when I was stopped on the trail by a guy who lives down the road. He knew I was connected with Journey and asked how the church was doing. We stood there politely chatting for a few minutes when…