Resources for Leading in Crisis
Wednesday May 25, 2022 | Orange LeadersAs we grieve the heartbreak and loss happening in Uvalde, Buffalo, Orange County, and communities all over the world we are also praying for you. We know as ministry leaders and volunteers, you will be on the front lines helping kids and teenagers process these tragedies and working to give them hope as they navigate […] Read more
The Miracle of Easter
Thursday April 14, 2022 | Sarah AndersonFor those of us in church world, Easter is the pinnacle of all days, the day our faith hinges on. But truth be told, of all the major Christian holidays, Easter just has never resonated with me as much as some of the others. Maybe it’s because Easter decorations—with all the pastels, bunnies, and baby […] Read more
How to Prioritize What to Teach Kids and Teenagers at your Church
Wednesday March 9, 2022 | Kristen IvyI will never forget the first time I was asked to speak to middle school and high school students. First, I was shocked that they asked. And second, I had no idea what to teach. How do you decide what to talk about? How do you decide what to teach? How do you put everything […] Read more
A Brand New Breakout Experience at OC 22
Wednesday February 2, 2022 | Kristen IvyThere’s a lot of “new” at OC this year, and we believe gathering together in the same room together for the first time in two years will be life-giving in a new way. Read more
The Ministry Reminder I Knew I Needed
Monday November 8, 2021 | Keturah BostonJust two years ago, I would have never imagined a need, nor the desire, to consider a shift in our ministry model. I mean, things were by no means perfect, but what ministry is? We were thriving and moving forward. We had some of the most amazing servant leaders we could ever ask for in […] Read more
Timeless Values of the Orange Strategy
Thursday September 16, 2021 | Reggie JoinerAs leaders, so much of what we do changes. However there are some things that never change, and our ministry strategies should be connected to those timeless values. Read more
What God Wants to do In the Next Generation
Tuesday August 31, 2021 | Dharius Daniels“Why is it important for family ministry, kid’s ministry, or youth ministry to matter in your church?” As leaders, you know the answer. You know the importance of connecting kids and teenagers with caring adults, partnering with parents, and helping kids and students develop an everyday faith. Chances are, it’s not just your job, but […] Read more
Creating Small Groups That Cultivate Connection
Wednesday August 11, 2021 | Will HutchersonRead more
Structuring Your Small Groups: How to Organize to be more Organic
Wednesday August 4, 2021 | Ashley BohincLeading a small group of eighth grade girls is no easy task. Add a global pandemic on top of already changing dynamics, and it gets more complicated. My small group of girls just recently graduated eighth grade and moved up to the high school ministry at our church. For the last six months of their […] Read more
