The Transformational Power of Volunteerism
Monday May 22, 2017 | Ronne RockWe are built for belonging, and created for community. It’s in our DNA to carry the load, to work hard, to contribute. We are crafted in the image and likeness of God—a God who delights in being creative in His approach to meeting needs and answering prayers. He has designed us to work together. He […] Read more
Being Ready to Respond to Tragedy or Crisis in Your Community
Thursday May 18, 2017 | Daron DickensCertainly no one wants to experience crisis or tragedy in their community. However, we live in an uncertain world; a broken world. Things happen, and many times they happen unexpectedly. Being ready to respond can make the difference between bringing light and hope to the situation or the darkness winning out. Be prepared It seems […] Read more
Mothers With No Babies to Hold
Monday May 15, 2017 | Orange LeadersThis past January I grieved alongside my sister the loss of my niece, our deeply loved little girl who was put into a body not meant for this world. Losing a child isn’t something that we talk about often because, really, what is there to say? When you lose a baby before they ever really […] Read more
Voices of the Phase Project :: Duffy Robbins
Wednesday May 10, 2017 | Orange LeadersIf anyone has gone deep in student ministry, it’s Dr. Duffy Robbins. A longtime friend of Orange, he serves as Professor of Youth Ministry at Eastern University and has a 35-year-history in working with teenagers. Duffy’s warm, conversational style and quick sense of humor have placed him in high demand for everything from Bible camps […] Read more
Cut It Out! Finding the Best in Less
Tuesday May 9, 2017 | Frank BealerAs a child, TGIF was a big part of my family’s weekly routine. At 8 p.m. every Friday night, we would huddle in front of our 19-inch TV to watch the Tanner and Winslow families navigate life. Steve Urkel would whine, “Did I do that?” and Jesse would make us all smile with his, “Have […] Read more
Impacting Foster Families in Your Church
Monday May 8, 2017 | Carla BreganiA lot can change in 24 hours: One evening you’re lounging around, watching a hockey game or strolling around the block hand-in-hand with your spouse; the next night you’re unpacking plastic bags of clothing and wondering how to fight traffic for the school drop-off and still get to work on time. Such is the life […] Read more
How to Chart a New Course in Your Ministry
Thursday April 13, 2017 | Nick BlevinsAre you looking to change something? Maybe you want to change curriculum, change your programming, launch a new strategy, or stop doing something your ministry has done for a long time. Whatever course you want to chart, you can probably count on it not being easy. It’s hard to be a leader without leading change. […] Read more
Why Your Ministry Needs a Champion
Wednesday April 5, 2017 | Orange LeadersIf you’re reading this article, more than likely it’s because you influence children or teenagers. That puts you in a unique tribe of leaders who spend every week teaching, programming, and leading the next generation. It also means it’s up to you. You are in a position to change how adults in your church see […] Read more
Overwhelm the Families in Your Church This Easter
Monday April 3, 2017 | Daniel De Jesús“Is our signage clear?” “Do we have enough sweet volunteers with a grandparent-vibe to rock babies?” “Why can’t I find enough glow eggs for the Eggs-travanganzic-Helicopter-Roll after church? If you volunteer or serve on staff at a church, you’re all too familiar with these questions. Regardless of the size of your church, you’re more than […] Read more
Why Combining Influences at Your Church is Better for Kids
Friday March 31, 2017 | Amy FentonIf you are a parent, you probably know the feeling “I’m not qualified for this!” In fact, I first had that thought as I was leaving the hospital with my firstborn. Sure, there have been seasons when I felt like, “Okay, maybe I’ve got this!” Brief, brief seasons. That was typically right about the time […] Read more
