I want to lift up an association for people who share the calling of serving as Christian Educators. Here is the mission and vision of this group. To learn more visit their web page http://faithfulteaching.org/ “Our Mission: to support Christian Educators “…that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love…” Colossians 2:2 Welcome […]
Demographic Research for Your County – The Association of Religious Data Web Site
One of the most interesting sites on the web I have found is the ARDA site that tells you how many people are parts of what religious communities county by county across our state and country. http://www.thearda.com/mapsReports/reports/selectCounty.asp?state=27&county=01001
Congregational Council Covenant
Being clear about our shared expectations can go a long way towards healthier leadership and healthier congregations. This is the Celebration Lutheran Church Council Covenant (Sartell, MN). “We, the members of the Celebration Lutheran Church Council, are committed to serving the Lord by regularly attending worship, connecting with our youth, focusing on personal and family […]
Welcome Bag Ministry – Eagle Lake, MN
Nearby in Eagle Lake (a small community on the east side of Mankato), a congregation has found a unique way to serve their new neighbors, the local businesses and organizations, while also raising funds. Best of all, it gives them a chance to share the story of their ministry and mission. If you have not […]
Martin's List http://martinslist.org/
http://martinslist.org/ This is a youth ministry web site run by the Youth Ministry Network. It has all kinds of resources for Youth Ministry for your use.
Lyle Griner – Blog Post – My Youth Ministry Manifesto
Sarah Hausken brought this to our blog. Lyle has a blog that you may want to follow. You will find a link under the Faith Formation tab. MY YOUTH MINISTRY MANIFESTO First, I confess. The first versions of this article could only be described as snarky. There are those moments I want to yell out, […]
Stockholm Lutheran Snow Day – Cokato
The 2011 “Stockholm Snow Day” at Stockholm Lutheran, Cokato once again had excellent snow, fast runs, fun and fellowship, and smiles all around! Along with Stockholm folks, many regular Snow Day friends plus many new friends graced our gathering again. Attendance was excellent–even on such a cold day. Music streamed out of the bell tower […]
Adult Bible Study: The Times They Are A-Changin'
This is a helpful article on Adult Learning – Bible Study tools Here is a cut…. “So, what are a few Bible Study resources that might provide a meaningful experience for congregants in 2011? Let’s start with a solid basic Bible series. The Christian Reformed Church’s Faith Alive Series includes inexpensive studies about many books […]
Luc Freymanc – Art – Available for Use
Pr. Norm Shomper from Jasper Lutheran shared with me this artist. He has many sketches, most of which are crucifixes, that might be used in your congregations life for free. You need to read the free use information. Here is the web address. http://www.freymanc.com/index.php5
Annual Meeting Documents
2011 Annual Meeting Prep – PowerPoint file – The first two are the same document in different formats. 2011 Annual Meeting Prep – PowerPoint pdf 2011 Annual Meeting Prep This one has sound attached. Since I am trying new things the sound is not so great, but you can follow my talk through of the […]
